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Learn what an asset is, where to report merit-based aid on the FAFSA, and the difference between a parent and student loan. …
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Martha Savery
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Consider questions for the student to ask while visiting, timing of the visit, what colleges would be the best to visit, and if a virtual tour is the best option…
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Martha Savery
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Resources include MEFA Pathway, the College Scorecard, College Navigator, and MEFA's College Admissions webinar…
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Meredith Clement
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Learn how to correct mistakes, how to resubmit your FAFSA, and what to do about corrections on the CSS Profile. …
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Lauren Danz
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Tips include preparing, knowing your deadlines, understanding whats different, sharing your special circumstances, and knowing when to get help.…
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Meredith Clement
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Tips include getting started, making it convenient, telling others, and monitoring plans. …
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Julie Shields-Rutyna
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Question topics include reporting 529 plans, leaving a blank answer, FSA IDs, multiple children going to college, and parents working overseas.…
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Martha Savery
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Terms include FSA ID, Federal School Code, Student Aid Index, FAFSA Submission Summary, and FUTURE Act Direct Data Exchange.…
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Meredith Clement
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Options include the Graduated Repayment Plan, Extended Repayment Plan, Income-Contingent Repayment Plan (ICR), Income-Based Repayment Plan (IBR), Pay As You Earn Repayment Plan (PAYE), Revised Pay As You Earn Repayment Plan (REPAYE), and Income-Sensitive Repayment Plan. …
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Jonathan Hughes
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Items you'll need include an FSA ID, Social Security number, and bank statements. …
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Meredith Clement
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