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FAFSA

  1. If you're considering applying to college early, make sure you know your options. Early Decision vs. Early Action: 1.usa.gov/Ksubq9
  2. Graduating from high school? Know what #financialaid you'll get in college or career school? Check with the financial aid office if not.
  3. 7 things to consider when comparing colleges: 1.usa.gov/Jh0Sqt
  4. College Navigator allows you to build a list of schools & compare them side by side. Try it out: nces.ed.gov/collegenavigat…
  5. Will you be studying for the SAT this summer? Learn "How to Win the SAT Game" [Infographic] bit.ly/MAP8DC
  6. High schoolers: weather's getting nice & you want to relax, but stay focused & keep your grades up to increase chances of a #scholarship.
  7. Want to know which colleges have the highest & lowest tuition & net prices? Find out: bit.ly/GGZzyF
  8. Use your grace period to prepare for repayment - "10 Questions to Ask Your Student Loan Servicer" bit.ly/KWMF4y
  9. AR and NJ residents: If you haven't filed a #FAFSA, do so now! Your deadline for state aid is coming up on June 1. fafsa.gov
  10. If you'll be visiting colleges or career schools this summer, ask about their graduation & retention rates 1.usa.gov/Jh0Sqt
  11. Finishing your junior year of high school? Did you know some #scholarship deadlines are approaching? Search & apply: 1.usa.gov/zGXCbB
  12. TIP: If you can, start making student loan payments during your grace period. You'll save yourself money on interest: bit.ly/JwSilD
  13. @maurahernandez We have summaries of all of our #AskFAFSA Office Hours on Storify. Here's a link: storify.com/FAFSA
  14. The "net price" of a particular school = the full cost minus any grants & scholarships a student may be eligible for: bit.ly/Ks3RfX
  15. Recent grads: 7 Ways to Prepare for Student Loan Repayment bit.ly/JrGCah
  16. What books are on your summer reading list?
  17. Attending graduate school opens a new door to learning beyond college. We can help: 1.usa.gov/Amqs55
  18. Q: How can I check the status of my #studentloans? A: 1.usa.gov/Ihq02g
  19. Apply for #financialaid for #college or career school using The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - fafsa.gov
  20. Happy Armed Forces Day @USArmy @USNavy @USMC @usairforce & @uscoastguard! #Scholarships for #Military Service: 1.usa.gov/IwtNbc