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Students can specify which colleges they want to receive their CSS Profile. There is no limit to the number of schools a ...

If you are applying for financial aid, there are two primary forms: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS Profile. DACA students do not qualify for FAFSA, but could be ...

Non-federal financial aid, including the CSS Profile, helps US students cover college costs beyond federal aid like FAFSA. The CSS Profile, used by around 270 institutions, captures detailed ...

If you have children going to college, this 2015 guide will simplify the complex world of college financial aid and will help you understand the FAFSA and CSS Profile college aid forms.

FAFSA and the CSS Profile To apply for federal financial aid, such as Pell grants or loans, families must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Some states and schools ...