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FAFSA updates for coronavirus-related financial changes

Learn about steps to create a financial aid action plan if your family’s finances have changed for the 2021–2022 school year.

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FAFSA complete? How to track your application’s status and much more

Answers to FAQs about completing the FAFSA.

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How to complete your FAFSA application

Follow these simple tips to ease the financial aid process for you and your family.

Five FAFSA misconceptions, debunked

The FAFSA is an important financial aid form for college. Make sure you understand its purpose by reading these 5 misconceptions (and realities).

Intro to FAFSA: Who, what, when, where, and how

Have questions about the FAFSA? You're not alone! Here are a few questions that may come up as you fill out this important form for college loan, grant, and work-study eligibility.

Your 5 step guide to paying for college

How to pay for college and what to expect along the way.

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What’s the impact of rethinking my college plans because of the coronavirus pandemic?

The coronavirus pandemic’s impact on higher education could mean an adjustment to your college expectations, from more distance learning to deferred admission. Here’s how to evaluate your options — and their budget implications — to make the right decision for you.

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