Your Financial Aid Application

If you're looking for college financial aid, there are a lot of available options. Read our three steps below for more information on the best ways to pay for college.

Step 1: File your FAFSA application

Filing the FAFSA is your first step in the financial aid application process. It allows your school to create your financial aid package, including federal and private financial aid, scholarships, and grants.
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Step 2: Win free college scholarships

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Step 3: Find student loans

Student loans offer flexible options for borrowing money. Fixed interest rates and flexible repayment options make federal student loan programs a great choice.
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Consider a private student loan

We always recommend that students complete the FAFSA, find scholarships, and seek federal financial aid first; however, a private student loan can help cover additional education-related expenses that federal aid and scholarships don't cover. With competitive rates, a private student loan is a great option to help complete your financial aid package.

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FAFSA Filing deadlines for your state or school may be different from the federal deadlines, click here for more information.