Financial Aid
How to compare financial aid packages in five steps
Find out how to compare financial aid letters with Discover Student Loans. Learn more about the differences in financial aid packages including loans, grants, and scholarships.
About financial aid
Financial aid can help with the cost of college and is an important consideration for many families. Below are resources to help you learn about federal financial aid, the financial aid process, the FAFSA®, and more.
Financial aid 101
Your Ultimate Guide to the FAFSA
Learn what the FAFSA is and how filling it out early can benefit you and your finances as you prepare for college financial aid and student loans.
FAFSA® eligibility: Who qualifies for financial aid?
Wondering if you qualify for financial aid? Learn about FAFSA eligibility and strategies for paying for college from Discover Student Loans.
The Financial Aid Process: From Figuring Out the FAFSA to Winning Scholarships
Get insight about applying for financial aid and the FAFSA process with Discover Student Loans. Understanding the federal financial aid process and how student loans work.
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Types of financial aid and college funding to consider before taking out student loans
Learn how to take advantage of different types of financial aid available, like scholarships and grants, to help pay for school before taking out student loans.
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What assets do you include on the FAFSA®?
Some assets you own are reportable on the FAFSA while others are not. Learn more about how assets affect financial aid from Discover Student Loans.
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How to fill out the CSS Profile®
Learn more about the CSS Profile along with the college requirements used to determine eligibility for institutional aid.
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Don't let these myths keep you from filling out the FAFSA®
Don’t let these FAFSA myths stop you from completing the application. You may be eligible for more financial aid than you think.
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FAFSA® eligibility: Who qualifies for financial aid?
Wondering if you qualify for financial aid? Learn about FAFSA eligibility and strategies for paying for college from Discover Student Loans.
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How to appeal your financial aid award letter
Does your financial aid award letter fall short of what you need to pay for college? Learn how to appeal an award letter with Discover Student Loans.
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Here's Why You Need to Fill Out a CSS Profile® Too
What is the CSS Profile and why is it needed? Discover Student Loans explains what you need to know before you start the CSS Profile.
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The Award Letter
Award letters are sent from the schools where you are accepted and details how much financial aid you will receive. Discover Student Loans explains what to expect.
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What is the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)?
Learn how schools calculate the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) to see how much financial aid you may be eligible to receive, with Discover.
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The Financial Aid Process: From Figuring Out the FAFSA to Winning Scholarships
Get insight about applying for financial aid and the FAFSA process with Discover Student Loans. Understanding the federal financial aid process and how student loans work.
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Tuition Reimbursement: Getting Your Employer To Pay For School
Tuition reimbursement is a benefit offered by employers to help you cover the cost of college. Find out if you can make tuition reimbursement work for you.
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What Parents & Students Need to Know About FAFSA Dependency Status
Dependency status determines whose financial information will be reported on the FAFSA. Find out what parents and students need to know about FAFSA dependency status.
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What Is Work-Study? Plus, 4 Advantages of a Federal Work-Study Job
A federal work-study job is a great way to pay for college expenses and build your resume. Learn more about the benefits of work-study jobs.
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How to Get More Financial Aid if There is a Gap in Your Funding
Discover Student Loans explains how to help cover gaps in your college funding.
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What Is The Student Aid Report?
A Student Aid Report comes after you send your FAFSA and is used to estimate your financial aid. Learn what's in it and why it matters with Discover Student Loans.
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Your Ultimate Guide to the FAFSA
Learn what the FAFSA is and how filling it out early can benefit you and your finances as you prepare for college financial aid and student loans.
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How Can I Avoid Mistakes When Filling out the FAFSA?
Learn how to avoid these common mistakes when filling out the FAFSA. Submitting an application the right way can help ensure you get the most money possible.
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Federal Work-Study
Learn more about the Federal Work-Study Program that provides part-time jobs to help students pay for their college education.
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Summer Jobs and Financial Aid: What You Need to Know
Find out how your summer job income might affect financial aid. Learn this and more about financial aid.
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