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Good morning, it's me, Mr. Fellows, your wiser college adviser. That's pretty
cute actually, uh anyways.
I'm here to help break down financial aid into five easy to follow steps.
That way, you'll be more informed about college financing options.
The first step of this journey begins with the FAFSA.
And you darn tootin' better be fillin' out your FAFSA.
Regardless of your families income, everyone should complete the FAFSA.
What is FAFSA you ask? FAFSA stands for: Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
And if you wish to receive federal financial aid most state and institutional aid will
require filling out the FAFSA.
Now what's great about the FAFSA is that the schools you've been accepted to will put together
a financial package for you.
Spiffy, huh.
Now, keep in mind that the FAFSA application will require family tax and income information
from the previous year. So you will need your parents' or guardians' help. But, don't take
it from me here's what my best friend Monty has to say.
Hello, Monty here to make sure you don't skip this step. Also, remember to look for free
aid like scholarships, grants or federal student loans. Also, please feel free to join me for
some pig crumpets and pig,
uh hum... Didn't realize you guys were back on me.
Now remember students, the FAFSA will need to be completed each year that you're in school
in order to be considered for financial aid.
Complete the FAFSA at: fafsa.ed.gov No earlier than January 1st for the upcoming academic
year.
And here's another tip. If you haven't already done so you'll need to request your FAFSA
personal Identification number or pin at: www.pin.ed.gov.
Also, if you would like an early estimate of what types of aid you might qualify for
try the FAFSA forecaster at: www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov.
Well, that's it for today kids. And don't forget, great knowledge comes from
college.
Visit: wellsfargo.com/fivesteps to check out more videos, and, me!