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RISLA College Planning Center

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. 

Reminder: We have moved to Chapel View, Cranston.

IMPORTANT: FSA ID COMPLETION

Join us at one of our Free local FSA ID Workshops.  Remember: Students and Parents must register for an FSA ID before starting your FAFSA.

 

Get Your FAFSA Updates!

RISLA College Planning Center does the work for you by emailing you FAFSA essential updates, changes, and deadlines.

Stay informed with new updates and changes to FAFSA!


🔔 Financial Student Aid anticipates FAFSA availability on December 1, 2024, for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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College Planning

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!

  • Types of Colleges
  • Choosing a College
  • Applying to College
  • Applications Requirements
  • Essay & Resumes
  • Junior & Senior Timeline
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Financial Aid

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.

  • Grants
  • Scholarships
  • Loans
  • Work-Study
  • Applying and Comparing Awards
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FAFSA Tool Kit

When completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), check out free tools and resources for parents and students.

  • Step-By-Step Guide
  • Checklists & Guides
  • Free FAFSA Completion Appointments
  • FSA ID is required for appointment.
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CSS Profile Appointment

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.

 

 

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RISLA Scholarship Hub

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.

  • RISLA Scholarship Hub
  • Enter to win a $2,000 scholarship
  • Search for free local scholarships
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College Planning Resources

Blog topics covering preparing, planning, and paying for college.

College Planning Tips and Timeline for High School Juniors
College Planning
College Planning Tips and Timeline for High School Juniors
by Jodi Anderson
College planning tips for high school juniors, including a month-by-month timeline, college fair visits, virtual tours, and free counseling from the RISLA College Planning Center.
Exploring the Benefits of Parent PLUS Loan Refinancing
Student Loan Repayment
Exploring the Benefits of Parent PLUS Loan Refinancing
by RISLA
Discover the advantages of refinancing your Parent PLUS loans and how it can help you save money and simplify your finances.
From Bare to Bold: 10 Underrated Items to Elevate Your Dorm Room
College Dorm Rooms
From Bare to Bold: 10 Underrated Items to Elevate Your Dorm Room
by Melanie Trindade
Elevate your college dorm room with these underrated items! From LED lights to multi-function furniture, create a cozy and functional space that feels like home.

We are with you for the journey.

College Planning

A free service aimed at helping students achieve their goal of attending college and paying for it. The CPC assists thousands of students and families each year in planning for higher education.

Scholarship Hub

Check out how to prepare for college—access free tools and resources.  Find local scholarships for college, and parents and students can enter to win $2,000 in college scholarships!

Student Loans

Our student loans offer flexible repayment options, competitive interest rates, and a simple application process, making them an ideal choice for parents and students.

Refinancing

With our refinancing options, you can enjoy the benefits of low fixed interest rates, no fees, and an auto-pay discount. Take advantage of this opportunity to save money and simplify your finances. 

What customers are saying about RISLA

What customers are saying about RISLA

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