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Learn what your Adjusted Gross Income is and where to find it on your tax return. …
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Learn about the SAI, a calculated amount reflecting the family's financial strength and their ability to pay for college.…
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The FSS is a summary of the information listed on the FAFSA, contains the SAI, and is used to make FAFSA corrections.…
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We answer questions including when to start the FAFSA, when to complete the FAFSA, and when deadlines are. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn why fafsa.gov is important, when you can file the FAFSA, and how to start the form. …
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Learn if you should include retirement accounts, how often you should complete the form, and when to submit the CSS Profile. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn how to update a FAFSA, where to get a tax transcript, and how to report scholarships. …
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Meredith Clement
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Learn what to do if you haven't yet received your financial aid offer, why the offers may differ at each college, how work-study works, how to communicate special circumstances, and more. …
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Meredith Clement
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College award letters are a time for celebration, but figuring out what they mean can be confusing and stressful. Here are 6 commonly asked questions.…
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Learn how to download your FAFSA Submission Summary, calculate your SAI, and complete Verification. …
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Meredith Clement
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