The resource directory
Good questions.
Useful places to start.
Find tools and information from established education organizations and official government sources, organized around your next step.
Financial aid
Find the official FAFSA application and information about paying for college.
Federal Student Aid
FAFSA application
Start or manage your FAFSA form on the official Federal Student Aid website.
Visit resource (opens in a new tab)Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Plan how to pay for college
Explore financial aid information and tools for planning college costs.
Visit resource (opens in a new tab)Scholarships & grants
Explore scholarship searches and resources for funding your education.
College Board · BigFuture
Scholarship search
Search scholarship opportunities. BigFuture may ask you to sign in to see matches.
Visit resource (opens in a new tab)College Board · BigFuture
Paying for college resources
Find information on scholarships, financial aid, and college cost calculators.
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Get familiar with borrowing options and the questions to ask before committing.
Federal Student Aid
Federal student loan information
Read the official information about federal student loans.
Visit resource (opens in a new tab)Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Student financial guides
Explore tools and explanations about paying for school and repaying student debt.
Visit resource (opens in a new tab)Choosing a college
Find schools and programs that fit your interests and priorities.
Application timeline
Keep your applications, materials, and school deadlines organized.
Your next steps
Turn your college plans into a checklist you can work through.
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