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How to Check Your FAFSA Status

By College Raptor StaffPublished on June 20, 2022
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 June 14, 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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How to Find State Grants For College

By Hilary CairnsPublished on May 25, 2022
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 …
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How To Write A Thank You Letter For A Scholarship

By College Raptor StaffPublished on April 1, 2022
Scholarships can be a game changer for your college career. They can significantly reduce the amount of student loans you’ll need to take out, making the transition to post-grad life much easier on your finances. Knowing how to write a thank you letter for a scholarship is key! Scholarships come from all different organizations and …
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What is a Permanent Home Address? What it means for your student.

By College Raptor StaffPublished on March 22, 2022
What Does Students Permanent Home Mean? Your ‘permanent home address’ is something you’ll need to fill in when completing most types of applications, from college applications to student loan applications. Not surprisingly, many students get stuck at answering this question. Does ‘permanent home’ refer to their current place of residence or does it refer to …