What Are FAFSA Income Limits?
Minimize the cost of college with financial aid. When you fill out your FAFSA, here’s what you need to know about income limits.
How To Pay For College: The Best Order Of Operations
You can reduce the amount of student loan money needed to finance college by following this order of operations for how to pay for college.
What You Should Know About Tuition-Free Colleges
Tuition-free college is a strong draw for students, but there are many caveats that may cause them to fall short for low-income students.
Can College Financial Aid Administrators Reduce Student Loan Limits?
Financial aid administrators can reduce student loan limits in only a few situations. But new rules could expand their authority. Learn how.
How Much Does College Really Cost?
With a little digging and basic math, students can gain a clearer picture of the real cost of college. Here’s how to calculate college costs.
How To Fill Out The FAFSA And Why It Matters
Need money to pay for college? Applying for federal aid can help. Find out how to fill out a FAFSA properly and why it matters.
FAFSA Treatment of Unemployment Benefits In 2021 And Beyond
If you filed taxes early in 2021, the FAFSA treatment of unemployment benefits may hurt your financial aid eligibility. Here’s what to do.
How Structured Settlements Impact Financial Aid
Unlike lump sum settlements, there are times when the money from structured settlements will have no impact on financial aid. Learn why.
Undermatching: Why Do Smart Low-Income Students Not Enroll In Selective Colleges?
Why are talented, low-income students underrepresented in selective colleges? We explore the causes of undermatching and ways to reduce it.
The FAFSA Asset Protection Allowance Plunges To Zero
Learn why the FAFSA asset protection allowance is dropping to record lows and how it could impact your eligibility for financial aid.
What Is Title IV And How Does It Impact Financial Aid?
Title IV status means that a school has been accredited by the Department of Education to participate in federal student aid programs.