The office of Federal Student Aid provides publications, fact sheets, online tools, and other resources to help you prepare and pay for college or career school. Our resources are grouped by the following topics:
Information on College Preparation and the Federal Student Aid Programs
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSASM) Information
Loan Information
Consumer Protection
Important update: As a result of recent legislative changes, you should be aware of a number of new requirements for the federal student aid programs that became effective on July 1, 2012. See an overview of the changes that could impact your financial aid.
Hard copies of many of the publications are available for order from the U.S. Department of Education’s Publication Center (www.edpubs.gov) or by calling 1-877-4-ED-PUBS (1-877-433-7827). TTY/TDD callers can use 1-877-576-7734.
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Information on College Preparation and the Federal Student Aid Programs
See tips on getting ready for college. Learn about the federal student aid programs as well as other sources of financial aid to help you pay for college or career school. Also, learn about the process for applying for and receiving financial aid.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSASM) Information
Get detailed information and help on completing the FAFSASM.
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2012–13 Completing the FAFSA |
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2012–13 EFC (Expected Family Contribution) Formula |
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2012–13 FAFSA on the Web Worksheet |
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2013–14 FAFSA on the Web Worksheet |
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2012–13 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
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2013–14 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
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2012–13 FAFSA Question 23 Student Aid Eligibility Worksheet |
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Videos and Images |
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FAFSA Overview Video |
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How to Fill Out the FAFSA |
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After the FAFSA: What Happens Next |
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Web Pages and Tools |
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Online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) |
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Federal School Code Search |
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FAFSA Online Help |
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FAFSA4caster |
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Fact Sheets |
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Steps to Federal Student Aid |
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What Is a Federal Student Aid PIN? |
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FAFSA Filing Time |
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What Information Do I Need for the FAFSA? |
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Am I Dependent or Independent? |
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Who Is My "Parent" When I Fill Out the FAFSA? |
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Myths About Financial Aid |
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Loan Information
Learn about federal student loans—what they are, how to get them, and why to get them. Understand your options for repaying a federal student loan.
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Direct Loan Basics for Students |
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Direct Loan Basics for Parents |
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Your Federal Student Loans: Learn the Basics and Manage Your Debt |
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Stafford Loan Forgiveness for Teachers |
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Videos and Images |
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Repayment: What to Expect |
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Repayment: How to Manage Your Student Loans |
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Web Pages |
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Financial Awareness Counseling Tool |
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Repayment Comparison Calculator |
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Income-Based Repayment Calculator |
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Income-Contingent Repayment Calculator
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Student Loan Debt Collection Assistant |
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Repayment Estimator |
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Fact Sheets |
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Federal Student Aid Loan Programs |
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Why Get a Federal Student Loan? |
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Got a Federal Student Loan? Be a Responsible Borrower! |
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Income-Based Repayment Plan |
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Pay As You Earn Repayment Plan |
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Loan Forgiveness for Public Service Employees |
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Student Loans: Avoiding Deceptive Offers |
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Consumer Protection
Read important information about protecting yourself from scams and getting the most from your money.
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Save Your Money, Save Your Identity |
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Fact Sheets |
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Choose a Career School Carefully |
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Don't Get Scammed on Your Way to College |
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Be an Informed Consumer... when it comes to federal student aid |
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Student Aid and Identity Theft |
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Student Loans: Avoiding Deceptive Offers |
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Braille Publications
Braille and audio publications, in addition to our other publications, are available for order from the U.S. Department of Education’s Publication Center (www.edpubs.gov) or by calling 1-877-4-ED-PUBS (1-877-433-7827). TTY/TDD callers can use 1-877-576-7734.
