Welcome to the Alabama FAST media guide! In this guide, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) partners will find ways to share im...
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FAFSA in Alabama
Alabama has enacted new legislation requiring high school seniors to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid...
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FAFSA Purpose and Process
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, often referred to as FAFSA, is a form a person must complete to get...
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The Guide at a Glance
FAFSA & Opt-Out Overview
FAFSA in Alabama
Considerations Before Opting Out
FAFSA Myth Busters
Shoul...
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Who Is Eligible for FAFSA?
Students who qualify for FAFSA:
Have a financial need (for most but not all programs).
A student has a...
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Commercial Financial Aid Services
Some companies or agencies offer fee-based services to help families search for and secure financial aid ...
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Since the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of companies are contacting consumers to help find “Biden loan forgiveness” or “pandemic grants....
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The FAFSA form can be completed in just 8 steps. It can be done in 30 minutes or less if you plan ahead. Finishing steps 1 and 2, creating a...
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A surviving spouse faces numerous challenges following the death of a loved one. This step-by-step guide helps surviving spouses in ...
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