5 Ways To Get The Most Out of The FAFSA!

File The FAFSA Early! 1

• Funding is on a first-come, first-serve basis!

• Maximize your state-based funding and grants

• Maximize school/institutional funding

• Eliminate Non-Options

• Give yourself time to compare offers, or appeal a funding offer (if necessary)

Meet All State and School Financial Aid Deadlines 2

• Every state has different deadlines, so make sure you’re on target for your state!

• Click on the box below to find out your deadlines!

Compare the Best Offers and Weigh Your Options 3

• Figure out what schools match your interests academically and financially!

• List up to 10 school choices on the FAFSA

• Understand your Cost of Attendance (COA) for each school

• Pay attention to Net Price, Graduation Rate, Retention Rate etc.

Filing the FAFSA is a Family/Team Effort! 4

• You will most-likely need help from a parent or legal guardian in the FAFSA filing process…

• So remember to treat them well!

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2014-2015 FAFSA Webinar

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Jan. 22, 2014 at 4pm

2014-2015 FAFSA Webinar

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Feb. 5, 2014 at 4pm

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2014-2015 FAFSA Webinar

So Here’s a Sneak Peak! Agenda

• FAFSA Goals

• Financial Aid Timeline

• Terms you should know

• Getting Started

• 2014-2015 FAFSA Review

• COA, EFC and more…

• Top FAQ’s

• Wrap up