Financial Aid – Finding Financial Aid For Your College Education
The task of finding and applying for financial aid makes some students and parents feel like they are lost in the woods. For many, it can appear easier to do nothing at all. A recent study by the American Council on Education found that approximately 1.5 million kids who might have qualified for federal higher education grants didn’t even file financial aid forms.
For those seeking financial aid, begin with the federal financial aid form known as FAFSA. Families can file the FAFSA online at fafsa.ed.gov, or via mail. Completing federal income tax forms makes filling out the FAFSA form a lot easier, and makes it less likely that you will have to provide more information later. Note: Funds are more readily available for those who apply early!