Financial Aid and College Savings
Overview
Financial aid is available to eligible college students at the federal and state level, and additional financial aid is often available from individual colleges and universities. If your child is applying for financial aid, you'll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Submit the FAFSA form as soon as possible after the January 1 opening date. Financial aid counselors recommend that students submit the FAFSA even if they don't think they qualify for aid, as there may be resources they are unaware of and because eligibility can change from one year to the next depending on financial circumstances. A FAFSA form is required for all federal, state and many school funds.
Get started here with these useful resources!
FAFSA: Federal Website and Application
Financial Aid and 529 Overview: an overview of financial aid and 529 college savings plans
Financial Aid Sources: a comprehensive list of resources covering college costs and funding, application tips, different types of aid and loans
Scholarship and Grant Information: a list of resources and search engines for scholarships and grants
State Financial Aid: includes links to all state websites and forms