After months of waiting, high school seniors have most of their admission decisions in hand. If they are lucky and planned thoughtfully, they have options. Now comes the hard part of choosing a school ...

The Federal Work Study Program provides the funds to pay for part-time employment to help students afford the costs of their college education. Work Study awards subsidize on-campus student employment ...

With the cost of college continuing to rise, many students and families are relying on external sources to help pay for it. Financial aid falls under two categories: merit-based and need-based.

Among the many confusing lines and terms in a financial aid package, one that may stand out is “Federal Work-Study.” If you see this listed, congratulations! You’re eligible for a program that helps ...

Student loans are an important resource for students who are seeking financial support for college. But the process of securing a student loan can be complex. Being as informed as possible before ...

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 ...

Withdrawing from a class can impact your financial aid and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Melanie Lockert is a Buy Side contributor and ...

When I started in financial aid, way back before the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, when everything was done on paper and by hand, the work was as much apprenticeship as occupation. You ...