Episode 85: Breaking down the FAFSA and CSS Profile

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There's no shortage of acronyms in higher education, but perhaps none are more important for prospective students than FAFSA and CSS.
For students and families seeking financial aid, these are the essential forms you'll need to submit. Today we'll break down these financial aid forms, the differences between them and some tips for using the FAFSA and CSS to secure aid at the schools on your list.
Our guest is Erin Wolfe, Director of Financial Aid at Bucknell.
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• Nov. 15, 2024: EDI application, scholarship application, CSS Profile and FAFSA due
• Jan. 15, 2025: EDII application, scholarship application and CSS Profile and FAFSA due
• Jan. 15, 2025: RD application, scholarship application and CSS Profile and FAFSA due