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The earlier you fill out your FAFSA, the better. Many schools award financial aid on a first come, first served basis. Check out these tips on filling out the FAFSA: http://1.usa.gov/QNGQLs

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Did you know that, on average, it takes 28 minutes to complete the FAFSA? That's right! With time-saving features such as the ability to pull your tax information directly from the IRS, you can complete the FAFSA faster than it takes to watch your favorite TV show. This "FAFSA Overview" video will walk you through the process: http://bit.ly/ZL6PDq

If you're interested in financial aid for college or career school, you're going to need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. It takes most people about 30 minutes to complete online--and the best part is that it's 100% FREE. It provides you with access to grants, loans, and work-study funds from the federal government. Plus, many colleges and states use FAFSA information to provide their own college or state financial aid. Some aid is first come, first served, so make sure to complete the FAFSA early. The FAFSA can be completed online at www.fafsa.gov and help is provided throughout the online application process.

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Even if you or your parents have not completed your taxes yet, you can still submit the FAFSA using income estimates. Just remember to go in and correct your FAFSA once you've filed. Here’s how: http://1.usa.gov/15P0WsY

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Taking summer classes? Ask the financial aid office at your school if you should complete the 2012-13 FAFSA or the 2013-14 FAFSA. (By the way, you definitely need the 2013-14 FAFSA for the fall, so submit it now!) www.fafsa.gov

If you listed a school on your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and have been offered admission by that school, the financial aid office at the school will send you an aid offer (often electronically). The offer includes the types and amounts of financial aid you may receive from federal, state, private, and school sources. This combination of aid is your financial aid package. If you've applied to several schools, be sure to compare financial aid packages to see which school will be the most affordable. This can help you compare: http://1.usa.gov/YbW0vY

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College students: You must complete a new FAFSA each school year. If you have completed FAFSA in the past, a lot of your info rolls over. If you have forgotten you PIN, you can "Request a Duplicate PIN" by going to www.pin.ed.gov. But, hurry! Some financial aid is first-come, first-served, so complete the FAFSA as soon as possible to maximize your financial aid: www.fafsa.gov.

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Ever asked this question when thinking about completing the FAFSA? Well, here's some information on how your financial aid is calculated: http://1.usa.gov/ZMQmic, but you'll never really know until you apply: www.fafsa.gov.

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Did you know that you can automatically import your tax info from the IRS into your FAFSA? Here's how: http://1.usa.gov/X5PenH

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