Student Financial Aid Center

Getting financial aid for college is an important step in your education. Finding a sufficient amount of financial aid can be difficult, which is why we've included information that can make your search easier.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a federal form required for individuals seeking federal financial aid for school. You may fill out this form online or pick up a printed copy from your guidance counselor. The U.S. Department of Education provides comprehensive information regarding financial aid, private loans and grants.

Financial aid is often given based on need, allowing those who could not otherwise afford an education to enroll in college. However, several types of financial aid (grants, scholarships, loans) are not based on need. These kinds of aid allow students who don't qualify for need-based assistance to receive financial aid for college.

Financial assistance can be very specific. Be on the lookout for aid available to meet your special needs. Look into financial aid for single moms, grants awarded for fields of study or aid based on military service.

Don't forget about scholarships! It is important to research scholarships and grants because they do not need to be repaid.

Financial aid for college is available to those who know where to look. Fill out the FAFSA to determine your eligibility.

College and Financial Aid Resources

Here are some high-quality resources that help finance the cost of attending college.

FAFSA - The U.S. Department of Education's Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Find out if you qualify for federal student financial assistance.

FastWeb - Use FastWeb's free scholarship search to find information on more than 600,000 scholarships!

FinAid: The SmartStudent^TM Guide to Financial Aid - Learn about scholarships, loans, military aid and education savings plans.

Financial Aid Resource Publications - Funding Education Beyond High School: The Guide to Federal Student Aid is a comprehensive resource on student financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education. Grants, loans and work-study are the three major forms of aid available through the Department's Federal Student Aid office. This publication tells you about the programs and how to apply for them.

International Education Financial Aid - The IEFA offers financial aid, college scholarships, grants and awards searches for international students studying abroad.

Student Aid on the Web - The official home page for the federal student aid programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education. This is a good source for free information on preparing for and funding education beyond high school.