How High-Income Families Still Qualify for Financial Aid: Insider Strategies from College Experts

How High-Income Families Still Qualify for Financial Aid: Insider Strategies from College Experts Most families assume that if they earn a high income or have significant […]
What is an FSA ID and Who Really Needs One?

What Is an FSA ID (And Why You Need One Before Filling Out the FAFSA) If you’re getting ready to fill out the FAFSA, one of […]
Maximizing Financial Aid: What Every Family Should Know

Understanding Financial Aid First thing’s first – don’t feel ashamed if you’re more than a little intimidated by the college financial aid process. You’re in good […]
Parental Information on FAFSA & CSS Profile: Your Guide for Students & Parents

Parental Information on FAFSA & CSS Profile Filling out financial aid forms can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to reporting parental information on FAFSA. Whether […]
Student Aid Index (SAI): What It Is & How to Use It

Understand the Student Aid Index (SAI): your quick guide to what colleges think you can pay Heard “Expected Family Contribution” (EFC) tossed around on TV or […]
FAFSA Verification Simplified: Your 2025 Step-by-Step Guide

FAFSA Verification: Everything You Need to Know for 2025 If you’re applying for financial aid, you’ve likely heard about FAFSA verification. Don’t worry—it’s not a sign […]
FAFSA vs CSS Profile: 2 Ways Colleges Calculate Financial Aid

FAFSA vs CSS Profile: Two Ways Colleges Calculate Need-Based Financial Aid Deep breath—we’re going to decode FAFSA vs CSS Profile in plain English so you know […]
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 […]
The Biggest FAFSA and CSS Profile Mistakes to Avoid (and How to Fix Them)

The Biggest FAFSA and CSS Profile Mistakes to Avoid (and How to Fix Them) When it comes to paying for college, the FAFSA (Free Application for […]
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 […]