Tools and Resources

These helpful tools and resources can make the college process easier for everyone.

Stay on track as you navigate each step of the college planning process.

Read, save, and share. Find quick resources that break things down—plain and simple.

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Get tips from experts to guide you through the college planning process.

Discover your ideal college club, test your knowledge on private student loans, and take learning-style quizzes.

Answer a few questions to get your personalized guide on filling out the FAFSA®.

Compare up to five financial aid award letters to figure out what you’ll need to pay.

Compare college costs, check out potential careers, and find earnings of college majors to determine your college ROI.

Estimate how much you need to borrow and what your monthly student loan payment will be.

Estimate how much you might save by making extra loan payments or paying off your loan earlier.

Learn the definitions of important terms that are relevant to the college experience.

The FAFSA assistant is not an application for federal student aid and is not affiliated with the Department of Education.

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