Financial aid is an important part of paying for college, and all students can apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

·       The only official way to apply is through the FAFSA website.

·       Financial aid is based on parent tax information from the previous year.

·       The FAFSA opens after December 31, but you can prepare ahead of time.

For questions about financial aid or the FAFSA, contact the Financial Aid Office at the college you’re applying to.

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• FinAid

• Financial Aid Calculators

• U.S. Department of Education

• Mapping Your Future

• FTC Project Scholarship Scam

• Kansas Association of Student Financial Aid

• College Tax Tips

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Always borrow federal first. Federal student loans are cheaper, more available and have better repayment terms than private student loans.  Visit this website for more information.

• Federal Perkins Loan

• Direct Subsidized Loan

• Direct Unsubsidized Loan

• Direct PLUS Loan for Parents

• Direct PLUS Loan for Grad or Professional Students

Private/Alternative Loan
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