Financial Aid 101

Higher education is an investment in your future, and there are many options to help you pay for that investment. The first step is to understand these options and make the best decisions based on your family's situation.

To determine your eligibility for financial aid, you must submit a FAFSA application.

You are not obligated to accept any financial aid you are offered, so there's no harm in applying.

Financial aid comes with responsibilities that continue throughout your college career. To continue receiving aid, you'll need to keep working toward your degree and submit a FAFSA each year .