Here are some resources to help you after applying for financial aid:
MASSAID Student Portal: The MASSAid Student Portal houses students’ FAFSA or MASFA information. Students can view their eligibility for certain aid programs, such as MASSGrant, update information about their college enrollment, and apply for available state financial aid programs and scholarships.
FAFSA Checklist – After Submission: Additional information from the Federal Student Aid website on what to expect after submitting the FAFSA.
How to Read a Financial Aid Award Letter: A quick reference guide, with examples, to understanding and comparing financial aid award letters from Scholarships360.
Consumer Finance Protection Bureau: The US Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has great resources to help you compare financial aid offers and understanding student loan repayment options.
Here are some additional financial aid resources:
Plan Your Budget: A guide from the U.S. Department of Education on how to handle your finances and student aid (grants, scholarships, loans, work-study) while you're in school.
Scams: Helpful information on avoiding scholarship and financial aid scams
Educational Computer Services, Inc: ECSI is the servicing agency for the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance's Loan programs. Borrowers may access information on their accounts and make on-line payments via this site.
Repayment Calculator: An interactive tool to help you estimate your loan payments and select the repayment options that best meets your goals and needs.
NAGPS Graduate Financial Aid Information: The National Association of Graduate-Professional Students has been serving students since 1986.
NSLDS: The US Department of Education’s central database for student aid. You can review your Title IV loan and grant data here.
Sallie Mae: Sallie Mae offers a wide selection of college financing solutions.
UNCF: UNCF is the nation's largest and most effective minority education organization.
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