Shows how schools and the U.S. Department of Education help students
and their families gather information and make sound choices about
their investment in postsecondary education.
Prepares an FAA to counsel students and families
about researching education quality, academic requirements, available
financial aid, and application procedures at postsecondary schools.
Describes the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA); explains what the FAFSA is used for, filing
methods and deadlines, source documents needed, and how to complete the FAFSA; and includes advice for students on keeping a file
of financial aid records.