It is a daunting task to analyze, interpret, and implement federal financial aid regulations these days. Hopefully the information I provide will help you understand and locate the financial aid you need to earn your online degree.
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Well, the Senate approved their version of the 2009 Stimulus Plan last Tuesday. Their version approved $838 billion dollars. Even though lawmakers tried to cut funding for Pell Grants, the Stimulus Plan was approved including a $14 billion increase in Read More...
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Every year there I get a number of calls from students who say they must use parent information on the FAFSA, but their parent is unwilling to complete the form. In the past, there has not been an option for dependent students to complete the FAFSA without Read More...
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Packaging begins with the school's Cost of Attendance minus Expected Family Contribution (EFC) minus Pell Grant eligibility minus any state aid. The remainder is your financial need for financial aid. If you are receiving private scholarships, these Read More...
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Any long-term employee in just about any business is guilty of using acronyms and buzz words. The financial aid profession is notorious for using both. One buzz word you'll probably hear quite often is "packaging", or "package". Read More...
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I mentioned in my previous post that asset information should be reported on the FAFSA. However, there are two cases where asset information is not required: Simplified Needs Test: Combined family income is less than $50,000. Automatic Zero Expected Family Read More...
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