FAFSA Completions Significantly Lower YTD: Financial Aid Picture Grim For Families
FAFSA completions are still 14% below last year, meaning that fewer families will receive financial aid for college.
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FAFSA completions are still 14% below last year, meaning that fewer families will receive financial aid for college.

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