Financial aid is any form of funding that helps a student pay for college, such as a Pell Grant, loan or merit-based ...

After months of waiting, high school seniors have most of their admission decisions in hand. If they are lucky and planned thoughtfully, they have options. Now comes the hard part of choosing a school ...

The Federal Work Study Program provides the funds to pay for part-time employment to help students afford the costs of their college education. Work Study awards subsidize on-campus student employment ...

There is no income limit to apply for the FAFSA, but income does impact the amount and type of aid you could get. Every ...

Among the many confusing lines and terms in a financial aid package, one that may stand out is “Federal Work-Study.” If you see this listed, congratulations! You’re eligible for a program that helps ...

With the cost of college continuing to rise, many students and families are relying on external sources to help pay for it. Financial aid falls under two categories: merit-based and need-based.

Student loans are an important resource for students who are seeking financial support for college. But the process of securing a student loan can be complex. Being as informed as possible before ...

Withdrawing from a class can impact your financial aid and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements Withdrawing from a class can be a tough decision, whether it's due to academic challenges ...

The annual National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators conference convened in Anaheim, Calif., this morning under a cloud of worry. For student aid professionals in attendance and ...

When I started in financial aid, way back before the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, when everything was done on paper and by hand, the work was as much apprenticeship as occupation. You ...