Tag Archives: FAFSA

What Is a Student Loan Servicer and Why Should I Care?

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Nicole Callahan

So you took out a federal student loan and now it’s time to pay it back. I was in your exact position 2 years ago and even though I was working at Federal Student Aid, the student loan repayment process … Continue reading →

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Class of 2013: What’s Next for Your Student Loans?

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Kelsey Donohue

I’m not afraid to admit that being a college senior is a little frightening (okay, slight understatement-it’s extremely frightening!) As the Class of 2013 prepares to say goodbye to the comforts of our college community and say hello to the … Continue reading →

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Finding the Right College For You – Tools & Resources from ED

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Kelsey Donohue

If you are a high school senior who has yet to decide where you’re going to college this fall, you are most likely not alone. May 1st marks the National College Decision Day where the vast majority of U.S. colleges … Continue reading →

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Youth Succeed with Great Educators, Help from ED

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Kelsey Donohue

Think back to that moment when you decided to pursue your dream. Who influenced your decision? A mentor? A parent? Or maybe a friend? For many people, their moment was sparked by an educator. Earlier this month, the Department of … Continue reading →

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Focus on Financial Empowerment This Month

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Martha Kanter

President Obama has proclaimed April to be Financial Capability Month, and what better time to focus on the range of tools available to students and their families to make smart financial decisions around postsecondary education? In his proclamation, President Obama … Continue reading →

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Updated Tool Helps Schools Track FAFSA Completion

Posted on March 8, 2013 by Todd May

In March 2012, ED’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) announced the release of an innovative FAFSA Completion Tool to help guidance professionals, school administrators and practitioners both track and subsequently increase FAFSA completions at high schools across the country. Prior to publishing … Continue reading →

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Helpful Social Media Tools to Promote FAFSA Completion

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Federal Student Aid

Helpful Social Media Tools to Promote FAFSA Completion For us at the U.S. Department of Education, the start of a new year provides a fresh opportunity to  remind parents, students and educators about the importance of submitting the Free Application … Continue reading →

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Top 3 FAFSA FAQs

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Nicole Callahan

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in accessing the more than $150 billion available in federal student aid. Since the 2013-14 FAFSA launched, there are a few questions we’ve seen popping up more … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons You Should Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Nicole Callahan

1. It’s the only way to gain access to the more than $150 billion available in federal student aid. Completing the FAFSA is the first step toward getting federal aid for college, career school, or graduate school. Federal Student Aid provides … Continue reading →

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#AskFAFSA Office Hours with Secretary Arne Duncan

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Federal Student Aid

On October 12th at 4pm ET, Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan will join @FAFSA to answer your financial aid questions during the October edition of #AskFAFSA Office Hours. Maybe you have a question about completing the FAFSA or understanding your … Continue reading →

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September #AskFAFSA Office Hours: What I wish I knew…

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Guest Blogger

When you’re learning to manage your money on your own, there’s a lot of trial and error involved. But at the end of the day, it’s one of the most important lessons you’ll learn while in college. Trust us, as … Continue reading →

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5 Steps for Picking a College

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Cameron Brenchley

Picking a college can be a daunting task for students and their families. The Obama Administration and the Department of Education are making it easier for students to pick the right school by providing key information on a school’s cost … Continue reading →

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