Student Aid Index Calculator — FAFSA Test Drive with MyCAP

FAFSA Test Drive in MyCAP: Student Aid Index Calculator, See College Cost Estimates, Maximize Financial Aid If the FAFSA feels like the financial-aid version of parallel […]
CSS Profile vs FAFSA: What Parents Need to Know About College Financial Aid

CSS Profile vs FAFSA: What Parents Need to Know for College Financial Aid When families start thinking about paying for college, the first form that usually […]
FAFSA and CSS Profile Mistakes to Avoid (Your Quick Cheat Sheet)

FAFSA and CSS Profile mistakes to avoid (Your Quick Cheat Sheet) Filling out financial aid forms shouldn’t feel like a boss fight. Use this cheat sheet […]
FAFSA for Divorced or Separated Parents: The Ultimate Guide

FAFSA for Divorced or Separated parents: The Ultimate Guide If your family spans two households, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not doomed to a paperwork maze. […]
Prior-Prior Year (PPY): Why Its Critical for FAFSA and Financial Aid

Prior-Prior Year (PPY): What It Is and Why It Matters to College Financial Aid It seems like in the world of financial aid there’s always one […]
6 Big Financial Aid Changes High School Parents Need to Know (Thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill)

6 Ways the Big Beautiful Bill Could Impact Your College Choice Whether you’re just starting to think about college or you’ve done this before with an […]
Filling Out the CSS Profile Dos, Don’ts, and Updates

CSS Profile: Common Mistakes to Avoid Before you dive headfirst into filling out this beast, also known as the CSS Profile, let’s break it down with […]
Will I Qualify For Financial Aid? Essential Guide.

Will We Qualify for Financial Aid for College? A question on the minds of most parents with college-bound high school students. The answer depends on several […]
What is Financial Aid and How Does It Work? Your Comprehensive Guide to College Affordability

Embarking on the journey to higher education is an exciting chapter in a student’s life. However, the rising cost of college can pose a significant challenge […]
How Do Divorced or Separated Families Fill Out The FAFSA?

FAFSA for Divorced Families: What You Need to Know If you’re part of a divorced or separated family and have a student preparing for college, you […]