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Financial Aid Packages

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Most colleges arrange financial aid packages for students who have financial need. The rules for these packages are based on federal financial aid rules.

To be eligible to receive a student financial aid package, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and be enrolled, accepted for enrollment, or attending at least half-time in an approved postsecondary educational institution.

More Information about Financial Aid

Talk to a counselor or college financial aid office about:

Begin 3 to 6 months before the deadline.

You can also review our list of financial aid resources.