Student Financial Aid

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	Student Financial Aid
	•	Eligibility
	•	Dependency Status
	•	FAFSA
	•	Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
	•	Student Aid Report (SAR)
	•	Myths
	•	CSS/PROFILE
	•	International Study
	Tax Benefits
	Información en Español

It's a mistake to think that student financial aid is available only to low-income families.

In reality, certain programs, such as the unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan, offer below-market rates and deferred repayment to virtually anyone who applies.

All you have to do is ask.

Determine eligibility for financial aid.
Identify your dependency status.
Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Understand and calculate your Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
Learn what to do when the Student Aid Report (SAR) arrives.
Clear financial aid myths.

Specialized information is also provided:

Complete the CSS/PROFILE^®.
Understand financial aid for international students.

Sallie Mae How to Pay for College: A Practical Guide for Families

Sallie Mae
How to Pay for College:
A Practical Guide for Families

Applying for Financial Aid Checklist (pdf)

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