Hey everyone! I'm a junior in high school and I'm starting to research the financial aid process. I know it's important to understand, but I'm not quite sure where to start. Can anyone recommend some good resources or websites to learn more about financial aid? Thanks in advance!
Hey there! It's great that you're starting to research financial aid early on. Understanding the financial aid process is crucial in making college more affordable. Here are a few resources I'd recommend to help you get started:
1. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) website (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa): This is the first and most important step in applying for financial aid. The website provides detailed information on eligibility, deadlines, and how to fill out the application.
2. Federal Student Aid (https://studentaid.gov/): This is the official website of the U.S. Department of Education's office of Federal Student Aid. It's a one-stop-shop for all information related to federal grants, loans, and work-study programs.
3. College Board (https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college): College Board offers a wealth of information on various types of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs.
4. FinAid (http://www.finaid.org/): This site offers a comprehensive guide to financial aid, including calculators, scholarship search tools, and advice on how to maximize your aid eligibility.
Good luck with your research, and I hope you find these resources helpful!
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