Financial Aid & FAFSA

Financial aid helps students and their families pay for college. This financial assistance covers educational expenses including tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. There are several types of financial aid, including grants and scholarships, work study and loans.

WHY SHOULD I FILL OUT THE FAFSA?

Don't leave money on the table. Here's why it's worth the effort to fill out the FAFSA. The FAFSA helps determine whether students are eligible for federal loans, grants or work-study programs. Many colleges also require it to be on file for their own need-based or merit-based aid packages.

TEA requires a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) submission or an opt-out form for all Texas seniors. More info:
HB 3 in 30 video  HB 3 in 30 Slideshow. The FAFSA will be available on October 1. Visit fafsa.gov for any timeline updates. 
Seniors will upload verification of their FAFSA or opt out form into SchooLinks. Colleges < College Financing <  FAFSA/TASFA < Update Status (this feature is available beginning in late fall)

FAFSA Help:

FAFSA: HOW -TO GUIDE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

TxCAN: Free Financial Aid Support for Texas Students and Families

Steps to Fill Out FAFSA

FAFSA ID Website: Create Federal Student Aid ID

 

 

Financial Aid Resources:

My Intuition - a Financial Aid Calculator
My Intuition Financial Calculator

Sallie Mae Student Loans
Sallie Mae 
 

The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
Smart Guide Calculator

Help Students Cut the Cost of College
Responsible College Advocates