Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. College students can now start the free financial aid process to apply for loans and grants offered by the government to reduce ...

After months of waiting, high school seniors have most of their admission decisions in hand. If they are lucky and planned thoughtfully, they have options. Now comes the hard part of choosing a school ...

Financial aid is a crucial part of college life, helping students manage the cost of their education. Understanding how financial aid works can increase your chances of earning larger awards. To help ...

When applying for financial aid, particularly for federal programs like those accessed through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), your tax return often plays a pivotal role. This ...

The FAFSA determines a student’s financial need and eligibility for federal, state and school financial aid to enroll in higher education, career, and technical education and certificate programs.

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Faced with growing reports of fraud, the U.S. Department of Education will make it harder for certain students to ...