A student age 24 or older by Dec. 31 of the award year is considered independent for federal financial aid purposes.

Federal financial aid can be borrowed, earned through work-study or given – for example, as a grant. Here are answers to ...

FAFSA is the essential first step to access federal, state, and school-based financial aid, including grants, work-study, and loans. Knowing when and how to file can help you secure more funding and ...

New fraud-prevention measures are intended to ensure the integrity of the federal student aid system, though experts warn ...

Starting this week, students may encounter a new identity-verification step while filing out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid as the Trump administration continues to prioritize cracking ...

There's one form prospective and current college students must submit in order to receive federal financial aid, and it's about to look a lot different. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, ...

Filling out the FAFSA can unlock thousands in grants, scholarships, and loans—regardless of your income. Understanding the process, meeting deadlines, and avoiding common mistakes can make a big ...

Cape Fear Community College is offering a series of upcoming events to help current and prospective students navigate the financial aid process.

A bipartisan group of senators is introducing legislation to prevent fraudsters scamming the federal student aid system for ...

The FAFSA is open and so far without the problems of the last two years, but for families who have had big income changes, the form is just the first step. Here is how you can appeal for more aid ...

The first step in applying for financial aid is to apply for admission to the University of Dayton. The federal government requires that any student seeking need-based financial aid must first be ...

College-aged students know the urgency and importance of meeting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ...