Admissions essays are a key part of your college application. Essays can be challenging to write so here are some tips to help you. Generally, admissions essays will need to be 650 words or less, depending on the school requirement. Remember to include: why the particular college you’re applying to is a good fit for…
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the application you will need to submit in order to receive federal and state aid for college. Schools use the FAFSA application to evaluate the types of financial aid you may be eligible for. Undocumented students in California should submit The California Dream Act Application (CADAA)…
Typically in July or August, you will receive a tuition bill for your first semester of college. To make sure that bill accurately shows how much you owe, be sure to accept loans as soon as possible. 1. Accept your grants and scholarships Log into your school’s online portal, go to the financial aid section,…
Being selected for FAFSA verification is a normal part of the process. You may need to complete “verification” for multiple colleges Verification must be complete to accurately estimate financial aid This point is important so let’s break it down: Tip: The total amount of financial aid you are getting may change after you submit your…
What is a financial aid award? Financial aid awards go by a few other names, such as: Your financial aid award is the single most important document you will receive from your college after you are accepted. You will usually receive this award letter after your college has sent you an acceptance letter. The financial…
All students need to have a budget for personal expenses such as personal items, laundry, going to the movies, or buying a pizza. These expenses are not paid out to the college. Instead, you manage and pay for these expenses yourself as a college student. Expenses vary from one student to the next based on…
