- Completing a FAFSA is the first step in applying for most federal, state, and college-provided financial aid for students. It stands for Free Application for Federal Student Aid because it is filed with the US Department of Education, but most state-sponsored and college-sponsored aid requires the same FAFSA filing, so it is not only for federally sponsored student aid as the name might imply.
- Since 1999, the National Center for College Costs (NCCC) has provided individualized programs and services that help students and parents prepare for college of all kinds. They work closely with school and community resources to provide an extensive framework of services to entire communities of students. This approach allows NCCC to provide expert advice on critical issues in time and cost-effective ways.
- The Indiana College Costs Estimator allows students to compare the estimated net price of attendance for Indiana colleges. This resource allows potential college students to learn the Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) toward a higher education AND compares the price of colleges BEFORE you ever fill out your FAFSA. Fill out this form and you will be one step closer to your education!
- Federal Student Aid, a part of the U.S. Department of Education, is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation. Federal Student Aid is responsible for managing the student financial assistance programs authorized under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965. These programs provide grants, loans, and work-study funds to students attending college or career school.