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Fundamentals of Financial Aid for 2024

Admissions.Blog

Let’s dive into some definitions and discuss fundamental financial aid terminology while introducing what’s new this aid cycle so you can successfully navigate the process of funding an undergraduate education as we approach 2024. It aims to make higher education accessible to those with limited means.

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I Got My Financial Aid Packages - How Do I Decide What College to Attend?

SSA Online College Prep

This article breaks down the various parts of a financial aid package , so you can understand: How much debt will you be taking on with your financial aid offers? You’ll learn how to break down each piece of your financial aid offers. How Do I Analyze My Financial Aid Offers and Commit to a College?

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Student Satisfaction and University Family Engagement: Perceptions With Admissions

Ruffaloni

The first article focused on satisfaction with financial aid and tuition value. The next article in this series will focus on the students’ academic experience. How do students and families perceive the admissions process? This one takes a closer look at the admissions experience.

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Colleges Respond to FAFSA Delays

Discovery College Consulting

Not only was the FAFSA’s release delayed by nearly three months, but there have been several technical glitches with the new form that have made it difficult, if not impossible, for some students and families to apply for financial aid. For example, St.

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What to Expect from this Year’s FAFSA

Discovery College Consulting

Last month, the Department of Education announced the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will not be available until December 1. According to an article in The Chronicle of Higher Education, Singer said the testing process will involve real data from the IRS and be processed by actual colleges.

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Hello Seniors! You’re almost done — Everything You Need to Know to Make Your Final College Decision (MAJOR MEGA POST with How to Make Your Decision, Financial Aid Info, Waitlist Info, and NACAC Updated College Opening List)

Admissions Mom

I keep seeing tons and tons — and tons — of posts with this school or that school, about negotiating financial aid, and looking for colleges that might still be accepting applications. And don’t hesitate to try to renegotiate your financial aid. Scroll through to find what you’re looking for.

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What should you know before applying to college?

Solomon Admissions

Before you begin reading this article, I suggest taking a look at our previous article on “How to Search for the Right College.” In this article, I’m going to cover major factors that can act as anchors in the college admissions process. Financial Aid College is becoming more expensive every single year.