The First Step to Financial Aid
Every family must fill out the FAFSA and submit it as soon as possible after January 1 to be considered for any financial aid from any college. This form, available online, is required for ALL financial aid.
Scholarship Search Websites
- South Colonie Dollars for Scholars
- FastWeb: Scholarships, Financial Aid and Colleges
- Careers And Colleges .com – Find Scholarships, College Grants, Colleges, and Loans
Financial Aid Information and Advice Websites
- Sallie Mae: College Answer
- Understanding College Costs
- FinAid! – Financial Aid, College Scholarships and Student Loans
- NYS Higher Education Services Corporation – We Help People Pay for College
- NASFAA Parents and Students
- eStudentLoan.com – Compare Student Loans and Apply Online
- Federal Student Aid on the Web
- Funding Your Education Beyond High School
- Savingforcollege.com – The internet guide to funding college and Section 529 college savings plans