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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.
FAFSA Season is Here!
Begin your FAFSA preparation today! Our team is here to assist you with completing it. Visit collegeplanningcenter.org to schedule your one-on-one appointment with our experts!
Free Services Offered by
RISLA College Planning Center
College Planning
Financial Aid
FAFSA Tool Kit
CSS Profile Appointment
Scholarship Hub
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
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
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.
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.
- Collegeboard | 2024-25 Participating Institutions and Programs
- The College Planning Center can assist with the completion of these forms.
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
College Planning Resources
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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!
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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.
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