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RISLA’s College Planning Center (CPC) is a free service dedicated to helping students gain access to higher education. Each year, the CPC helps thousands of students and families plan to attend college and pay for it.
Parents have a vital role in supporting students during the college planning and preparation process. By utilizing resources like the Parent Guide, they can effectively stay organized and provide the guidance their children need to succeed.
The Big Guide offers free resources, an organizational timeline for parents and students, and financial aid assistance for FAFSA and FSA ID.
Preparing for college starts with understanding student loan financing and evaluating how much you should borrow. Knowing your options will empower you to make informed decisions for your future.
Are you unsure about where to start with college planning? Our college planning specialists are available to assist parents and students with preparing, planning, and paying for college. Explore our free resources to begin!
RISLA's College Planning Center team can assist you in identifying the types and sources of financial aid and provide guidance on how to get started, and outline the necessary steps to apply for financial aid.
When completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), check out free tools and resources for parents and students.
CSS Profile is an additional online financial aid application that collects information used by numerous colleges, universities, professional schools, and scholarship programs to allocate financial aid from sources outside the federal government.
Did you know college scholarships are free money to help pay for college expenses? Well, it's true! And the RISLA Scholarship Hub is here to help students and parents find extra funds to help pay for college. The best kind of funds . . . the kind you don't have to pay back! Check Out the Hub to search and win free scholarships for college.
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