Give yourself more time to make a college decisionBy submitting the FAFSA early, you also give yourself more time to consider your college choices. If you haven't enrolled in college yet, you can submit the FAFSA to the schools you're considering and compare your award letters before you choose one. The aid you're offered, including federal and school-based, can differ among colleges. During the 2020-21 academic year, 29% of families who received a financial aid offer appealed for more aid, according to Sallie Mae's 2021 study. Nevertheless, submitting the FAFSA early will ensure financial aid is still available when your letter is processed.

Source: Daily Sun October 01, 2021 13:07 UTC