(BPT) - With thousands of high school graduates currently navigating their future education and career path, there is no better time to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) …
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(BPT) - With thousands of high school graduates currently navigating their future education and career path, there is no better time to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) — the application for federal financial aid including grants, loans, work-study opportunities and scholarships for college or career school. In many cases, the FAFSA is also used to determine eligibility for state and college financial aid along with private scholarships.
While the clock is ticking on securing financial aid, many colleges have extended deadlines to ensure students have the time and resources necessary to successfully submit their information. This, along with key changes designed to simplify the FAFSA, means students can spend less time on paperwork and more time focusing on their future.
Key changes to the 2024-2025 FAFSA:
“First and foremost, we want to reassure students and parents that there is still time to file the FAFSA to potentially unlock education funding that can lessen the financial burden of college or career school,” said Angela Greenlay, director of student success at ECMC. “The new, simplified form often takes less than an hour to complete — a small investment that has the potential to pay off big throughout a student’s education journey.”
Any student, regardless of income, who wants to be considered for federal, state and school financial aid programs including grants, scholarships, work-study funds and loans, should complete the FAFSA.
Things to know:
Don’t delay, go to studentaid.gov now to file your FAFSA. Education beyond high school is a great investment. All options are worth considering, whether it’s obtaining a credential to get into the workforce quickly or choosing a degree path that takes a bit more time, FAFSA is one of the key steps to start pursuing your dreams.