HOW TO GET FEDERAL & STATE FINANCIAL AID

Federal Direct Consolidation Loans This is a government resource

Information on consolidating student loans. Apply online.
USA Funds

Works to enhance post-secondary education preparedness, access and success by providing and supporting financial and other valued services. Guarantees education loans for students and parents throughout the nation.
Federal Student Aid Online This is a government resource

Make online payments, consolidate your loans, view account balance, change billing options, enroll in electronic services and more.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Information This is a government resource

List of resources about FAFSA, which allows you to apply online for student financial aid.

Federal Student Aid – Opportunity.govThis is a government resource

Provides information on federal student aid and career resources available to unemployed workers for education and training.
State Education Resource Organizations DirectoryThis is a government resource

Contact information for state higher education agencies, which provide information on education programs, colleges and universities, financial aid assistance programs, grants, scholarships, continuing education programs and career opportunities.
Student Aid on the WebThis is a government resource

Provides free information on preparing for and funding education beyond high school.
Eligibility for Financial AidThis is a government resource

Provides an early estimate of eligibility for federal financial aid. This online tool calculates aid and reduces the time it takes to complete the FAFSA.
Guide to Department of Education ProgramsThis is a government resource

Includes descriptions of various federal student aid programs including the Federal Family Education Loan, Federal Perkins Loan and William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan.
Student Loan Comparison ChartThis is a government resource

Shows eligibility, award amount, interest rate and lender/length of repayment information for Federal Perkins Loans, Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Stafford Loans, Direct Stafford Loans, FFEL PLUS Loans and Direct PLUS Loans.
Pay for Your Education – Students.govThis is a government resource

Provides access to education and career development information and resources, links to financial aid overviews, federal loan program information and state financial aid.
Stafford Loans (Federal Family Education Loans & Direct Loans)This is a government resource

Information on how to apply for a Stafford or direct loan, borrowing limits, interest rates and repayment information.
Help Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)This is a government resource

Explains how to complete the 2010-11 FAFSA and the purpose of the FAFSA.
Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP)This is a government resource

Information about eligibility for benefits on any federal Stafford, SLS, PLUS and Consolidation loans you borrowed under the FFELP.

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