Financial Aid Resources and Information
College Goal Wisconsin: College Goal Wisconsin is a national event that provides free information and assistance to families who are completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the federally required form for students seeking financial aid, such as grants, loans, scholarships and work-study opportunities. The website offers information related to the dates, times and places of these free events.
CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE: PROFILE is the financial aid application service of College Board -- a national, not-for-profit membership association. Many of the member colleges, universities, graduate and professional schools, and scholarship programs use the information collected on PROFILE to help them award nonfederal student aid funds.
Debt.org: America's Debt Help Organization. This site provides information regarding Financial aid and student loans, financial tips for students and information about how to manage debt.
EFC (Expected Family Contribution): The Expected Family Contribution is a calculated assessment of how much your family will be expected to contribute to your college costs. The College Board web site explains the EFC and has an EFC calculator to help you estimate your expected family contribution.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): Completing the FAFSA is the first step in the college financial aid process. This is a required form for any student seeking federal aid including grants, loans, scholarships and work-study opportunities. Complete the FAFSA online at this site.
FAFSA Simplification Act: Represents a significant overhaul of the processes and systems used to award federal student aid starting with the 2024-25 award year.
FastWeb: FastWeb is the nation's recognized leader in helping students search for financial aid and scholarships.
FinAid - The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid: Information on Financial Aid and college calculators.
Government Student Aid: This U.S. Department of Education website discusses funding a college education and includes information on student grants and loans.
State of Wisconsin Higher Education Aids Board: The Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) is the state agency responsible for the management and oversight of the state's student financial aid system for Wisconsin residents attending institutions of higher education. This website offers information related to financial aid programs, application information and frequently asked questions.
Resources for Undocumented Students
CGL: US Colleges that Meet 100% of Demonstrated Need for Undocumented and DACA Students
CGL: Undocumented Immigrant Student Scholarships
College Essay Guy: Resources and Advice for Undocumented Students Applying to College