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Top Companies That Offer Tuition Reimbursement

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Tuition reimbursement is one of those little-known perks that many companies offer their employees. Companies that offer tuition reimbursement generally agree to pay eligible employees a set amount or a percentage of their college costs. This is great news for students who are struggling to get out from under their student loan debt. There’s no …
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7 Common FAFSA Mistakes to Avoid

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) gives you access to different types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and loans. However, making a mistake on your FAFSA application can cost you money, especially if you require need-based aid to attend. Unfortunately, these errors are not uncommon. Every year, hundreds of students lose …
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What is the CSS Profile Deadline for 2022 – 2023?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
Are you applying to a college that requests the CSS Profile? You’ll want to complete it as it can impact your financial aid and make college more affordable. The CCS profile deadline varies by school, so take note of the deadline and don’t miss out. What is the CSS Profile? The CSS Profile from College …
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Financial Aid Modeling: The What and Why

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
During your research into financial aid and endowment, you might have come across the phrase “financial aid modeling” This, by itself, sounds boring to the average student, but it actually is referencing the models colleges and universities use to determine how much financial aid they can offer their students. Here’s what you need to know …
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How to Check Your FAFSA Status

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 24, 2023
Once you submit your FAFSA application, you may be tempted to check its status frequently. Here’s how to quickly check your application status online.  Log in to your FAFSA account Click the My FAFSA page See your current application status Now that you know the quick and easy steps on how to check your FAFSA …
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Can I Delete My FAFSA?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Whether or not you can delete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) depends on where you are in the process. If you haven’t submitted your application yet, you can delete it. But if it was already sent in, you cannot delete your FAFSA. It’s essential that you get the information correct on your …
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What Colleges Offer the Most Endowment for Students?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Endowment helps students afford college tuition. Harvard, Yale, and Stanford are among the universities and colleges that offer the most endowment for their students. Here’s what endowment means and how much every school has available for the designated year: What is College Endowment? College endowment is the amount of money a school receives in donations. …
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Who Offers College Grants?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
Did you know that scholarships and grants aren’t only available from community organizations and the government? So, who offers college grants? Many companies, including Google, Coca-Cola, and Microsoft offer grants and scholarships to students, too – and you don’t necessarily have to be an employee! Here are just a few organizations that offer awards you …
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How to Find State Grants For College

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2023
In order to locate state grants, high school seniors, graduates, and college students should first look into their state’s Department of Higher Education. However, there are some things you should understand about grants before you get started on your search, like how they compare to loans. Here are some of the basics, plus a list …