Tag: FAFSA

FAFSA Frenzy: Deadlines, Changes & How to Maximize Your Aid
October 10, 2024 Off

FAFSA Frenzy: Deadlines, Changes & How to Maximize Your Aid

By The Admiral Staff

College students need to be aware of FAFSA deadlines for federal student aid, including loans, grants, and work-study. The deadline for the 2019-20 school year is June 30, 2020, but states and colleges may have earlier deadlines. For the 2020-21 school year, the deadline is June 30, 2021. Students who have experienced significant changes in income should submit corrections by

The Student Loan Landscape: A 2024 Guide
June 27, 2024 Off

The Student Loan Landscape: A 2024 Guide

By The Admiral Staff

The article details the increasing difficulty of affording higher education, with the average four-year in-state tuition reaching $108,584. Consequently, nearly 60% of undergraduates take out loans, totaling $1.617 trillion nationally. It explains how student loans work, differentiating between federal and private options, highlighting that federal loans offer more favorable terms and protections. The guide outlines the application process (including completing the FAFSA), repayment plans, potential loan forgiveness programs