Planning for college can be a little overwhelming to say the least. Most advice you get will tell you to start your financial aid search early. With a little advice, you can stay ahead of your deadlines and maximize your chances of getting more money for college.
Typically you should begin thinking about applying for school and for scholarships before and during your senior year of high school.
August Before Your Senior Year
This is the time to start requesting school applications and
financial aid applications. Be sure you read Where the
Scholarships Are and Application Tips before you begin this
process.
September of Your Senior Year
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Financial Aid Calendar
This is when you should sit down with your school guidance counselor to look at your different options. Your counselor can
help you develop a plan that can get you into the school you want. You will also want to do a search for scholarship
opportunities in your area of study.
You should also begin to gather your list of required information applicable to most applications. The list can be found here.
October
Many scholarships and schools require an early submission of applications. Check the ones you are applying for to see if
this applies to you.
Submit the FAFSA forms as soon as possible.
Also remember that young men applying to the FAFSA must be registered with the Selective Service at your local post office.
November
Check your applications and be sure you have met all early registration requirements.
December
Expect that most early decision responses will be given to you sometime this month. This may also be the time that you
will receive requests for more information, etc.
Begin gathering financial documents necessary to complete loan and grant applications.
Take the SAT and ACT.
January
This is a good time to remember final financial aid deadlines. Experts recommend sending in your information as soon
after January 1 as possible.
February
This is Financial Aid Awareness Month. Schedule time with your guidance counselor to learn about financial aid fairs and
networking opportunities.
April
Take a look at your acceptances and financial aid packages. In most cases, you have until May 1 to decide, so do your
homework. Visit your top choices, weigh the options, and decide on a school!
Link source: http://www.scholarshipmoney.org/articles/calendar.html
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