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Checklist for Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Provides a list of questions a student must answer to find out what items are needed for the 2010-2011 FAFSA and to determine if information from parents is required.  A printable version of the checklist can be downloaded in PDF format.

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College Funding for Students with Disabilities

Common forms of financial aid include grants, loans, work-study and scholarships. Some are available specifically for students with disabilities. Many students use a combination of these financial aid resources. Check out this extensive list of grants, loans and other forms of college financial assistance from the federal government and the private sector. This link opens a PDF document.
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Department of Education Financial Aid Programs

Information regarding financial aid programs to help students and families pay for post-secondary education.
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Eligibility for an Institution's Comprehensive Transition & Postsecondary Program (CTP) for Students with Intellectual Disabilities

The Higher Education Act, as reauthorized by the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), includes information on the eligibility of students with intellectual disabilities to participate in the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study (FWS) and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) programs. Institutions that offer a CTP program can apply to have that program approved so that eligible students may receive Federal Pell Grant, FWS and FSEOG funds. To be eligible, an institution must already participate in the Federal student aid programs and offer an approved CTP program. For more information download Application for Title IV Approval of a Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Program in Word format.

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Federal Student Aid - Loan Programs Fact Sheet

Provides an overview of the kinds of federal student loans available. Federal student loans usually offer borrowers lower interest rates and have more flexible repayment options than private student loans. This link opens a PDF document, which is also available in Spanish.

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Financial Aid for Health Professions Students & Practitioners

Loans, scholarships and loan re-payment resources for students and practitioners involved in health professions.
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Funding Education Beyond High School

The U.S. Department of Education's Guide to Federal Student Aid (2009-2010) provides information for students and families on applying for federal student aid to pay for post-secondary education. This guide explains the application process, the various federal loans, grants and work-study programs available, and how to apply for them. This information is also available in Spanish. Publications open in PDF format.

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Funding Education Beyond High School - Federal Student Aid at a Glance

A quick reference guide and Federal Student Aid Summary Chart that describes various federal student aid programs, who may be eligible and how to apply.
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Funding Your Education After High School

Describes the variety of student financial aid programs offered by the U.S. Department of Education and other helpful information related to these programs and paying for college.
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Stafford Loans

Information about the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program and the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program. Both the FFEL and Direct Loan programs consist of what are generally known as Stafford Loans (for students) and PLUS Loans for parents and graduate and professional degree students. This information is also available in Spanish.

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Student Aid on the Web

Information about all phases of getting a college education, including applying to schools and finding financial aid.
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Tax Benefits for Higher Education

Information on student loans, Hope Scholarship, Lifetime Learning Credits, tax advantages of saving for college and more.
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The College Board's Scholarship Search

Locate scholarships, internships, grants and loans that match your education level, talents and background.
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