Graduation is on the horizon, and opportunities for continued education are only steps away! Now that the 2024-25 FAFSA is available online for students and families to complete, let’s go over the reasons why you should file now.
It’s FREE
FAFSA stands for Free Application for Student Aid. It’s the way that the Department of Education determines your ability to receive federal student aid. To receive this, you MUST file your FAFSA!
It’s Quick
You can file online, and it won’t take long. Go over the 2024-25 FAFSA Checklist to ensure you have all information you need. A small time investment for your future could have a big potential payoff!
It’s Financial Comfort
Tuition and fees can be overwhelming. By filing a FAFSA you will have a better understand of the actual cost. It is also the first step to qualify for many scholarship, grants, work-study, and student loans. The information you provide on your FAFSA helps determine the types and amounts of financial aid you may be eligible for. The FAFSA gives you access to four primary sources of financial aid, including:
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- Federal financial aid
- State financial aid
- Aid from colleges, universities, and other postsecondary schools
- Some private scholarships and grants
If you file by April 1, you will be considered for the Access Missouri Grant program and will be guaranteed an award if you qualify.
It’s Made for YOU!
There is no downside to filing and the only way to know if you are eligible is to APPLY! Take control of your future. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
Check out our previous blogs about the new FAFSA, preparing for college and important things to know as you prepare for the 2024-25 school year.
