Financial Aid
FAFSA® corrections: A step-by-step guide
Aug 07, 2023
Need to make changes to your FAFSA? Discover Student Loans explains how to make FAFSA corrections, when to make them, and how long they take to process.
The 2024-25 FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will be available in December 2023.
Financial aid resources
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?
Who is eligible for the FAFSA? Learn about FAFSA eligibility requirements, how financial aid works, and how to qualify for it with this guide from Discover Student Loans.
The financial aid process: from figuring out the FAFSA® to winning scholarships
Get insight for applying for financial aid and the FAFSA process with Discover Student Loans. Understand the steps of the financial aid process and how to apply.
Financial Aid
What is the FAFSA® Submission Summary?
After filling out the FAFSA, you’ll receive a FAFSA Submission Summary. Learn what it is, what is included, and why it’s important with Discover Student Loans.
Read MoreFinancial Aid
FAFSA® eligibility: Who qualifies for financial aid?
Jul 28, 2023
Who is eligible for the FAFSA? Learn about FAFSA eligibility requirements, how financial aid works, and how to qualify for it with this guide from Discover Student Loans.
Financial Aid
Understanding financial aid award letters
Jun 29, 2023
Award letters detail the financial aid you will receive. Discover Student Loans explains what they are, what they include, and where to find them.
Enter to win a $5,000 scholarship for college.
Financial Aid
What is the CSS Profile® and why it’s worth filling out
Jun 07, 2023
What is the CSS Profile? Discover Student Loans outlines its benefits, deadline, whether you should fill it out in addition to the FAFSA, along with tips and tricks.
Financial Aid
How to report your income on the FAFSA® (and increase your student aid)
Jun 05, 2023
Are you confused about reporting your income on the FAFSA? Learn more about whose income you should report, what income to include, & more with Discover Student Loans.
Financial Aid
How to appeal your financial aid award letter
May 12, 2023
Concerned your financial aid award letter falls short? Discover Student Loans explains how to write an appeal letter & what to do if you don't win your appeal.
Financial Aid
What is the Student Aid Index?
Apr 18, 2023
The Student Aid Index (SAI) will replace the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Learn more about the SAI from Discover Student Loans.
Financial Aid
What’s your dependency status, and how does it affect the FAFSA®?
Apr 05, 2023
Your FAFSA dependency status determines whose financial information is required. Get all of your FAFSA dependency questions with Discover Student Loans.
Financial Aid
The financial aid process: from figuring out the FAFSA® to winning scholarships
Apr 05, 2023
Get insight for applying for financial aid and the FAFSA process with Discover Student Loans. Understand the steps of the financial aid process and how to apply.
Financial Aid
What are Pell Grants?
Mar 20, 2023
Learn about the Federal Pell Grant, including what it is, how to apply, who is eligible, and whether you need to pay them back with Discover Student Loans.
Financial Aid
Summer jobs and financial aid: what you need to know
Mar 13, 2023
Find out how your summer job income might affect financial aid. Learn this and more about financial aid.
Financial Aid
Navigating financial aid
Feb 14, 2023
Navigating the financial aid process can seem daunting whether it's your first time in college or you are a returning student. Use these step-by-step instructions to help guide you through the process.
Financial Aid
What I wish I had known about paying for college
Nov 23, 2022
Grace, now a junior at UC Berkeley, has some advice for her 17-year-old self.
Financial Aid
FAFSA® mistakes to avoid when applying for financial aid
Nov 21, 2022
Avoid common FAFSA mistakes with Discover Student Loans. Learn how many schools you can list, whether to include Social Security, and more to help you fill out the FAFSA correctly.
Financial Aid
Your ultimate guide to the FAFSA®
Nov 10, 2022
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.
Financial Aid
Types of financial aid and college funding to consider before taking out student loans
Sep 01, 2022
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.
Financial Aid
How to compare financial aid packages in five steps
Aug 25, 2022
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.
Financial Aid
What assets do you include on the FAFSA®?
Aug 02, 2022
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.
Financial Aid
How to fill out the CSS Profile®
Jul 19, 2022
Learn more about the CSS Profile along with the college requirements used to determine eligibility for institutional aid.
DISCOVER and other trademarks, logos, and service marks used on this site are the trademarks of Discover Financial Services or their respective third-party owners. Any third parties referenced are not affiliated with, and do not endorse, this site.
