It is a common misconception that students whose parents make too much money will not qualify for financial aid.  However, family income is only one of the many factors that determine a student's financial aid eligibility.  Consideration is also given to other factors such as the size of the student's family.

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is used to award:

• Federal andnon-federal student aid,
• Financial aid, student loans, andscholarships, 
• Need-based andmerit-based scholarships,
• By all types of post-secondary educational institutions
  • Trade schools
  • Technical colleges
  • 2-year colleges
  • 4-year colleges

FAFSA Information

The FAFSA opens October 1st of every year.

• VIDEO - FAFSA Facts & Myths
• VIDEO - FAFSA Overview
• Create your FSA ID
• Filling Out FAFSA
• VIDEO - What Happens After FAFSA
• FAFSA Assistant
• FAFSA Help Events

General Financial Aid Information

• VIDEO - Financial Aid Overview
• Types of Aid
• Financial Aid Checklist from CollegeBoard
• Compare Financial Aid Offers