Financial Aid Sources
Financial aid counselors recommend that parents and students should obtain information about financial aid early in the college application process. FAFSA applications for the 2010-2011 School Year (July 1st, 2010 - June 30th, 2011) submitted as soon as possible after January 1, 2010 get the best chance for financial aid opportunities.
Check out the sources below:*
FAFSA - the official government website for financial aid
FinAid - a public service website which offers information on different forms of aid, tips on filling out application forms and calculators to estimate aid
Savingforcollege.com - gives an overview of college funding, including a financial aid page
Federal Student Aid: Student Aid on the Web
Federal Student Aid: Financial Aid and Scholarship Wizard
Federal Student Aid: Understanding Grants and Loans Information Page
FinAid's Student and Parent Loan Information Page
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program
College Navigator - a search engine with specific information by college, including estimated expenses
Government Publication Explaining How the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Formula Works
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*John Hancock Freedom 529 does not endorse the content of any third-party websites. The opinions expressed by third parties are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of John Hancock Freedom 529, the Education Trust of Alaska, T. Rowe Price, or John Hancock. This material does not constitute investment advice. Please consult a financial aid counselor to discuss your specific circumstances.