Start with completing your FAFSA as early as October of your senior year! Don't miss the free FAFSA events at your school if you or your family want to receive help and ask questions.

To maximize your full award of aid and scholarships offered at your school it is advantageous to complete a FAFSA application yearly based on your post-secondary journey plans.

According to FAFSA® (Federal Application for Student Aid) provides more than $120 billion in grants, loans, and work-study funds each year to help pay for college or career school. State governments and many colleges and career schools may also use your FAFSA information to award you their aid.

The FAFSA application starts on October 1st for the following year. To apply for this aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. 

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Complete the FAFSA online today!

Check the College Board’s website for a list of schools and institutions that require the CSS Profile application in addition to the FAFSA.

The CSS Profile is an online application for nonfederal student financial aid that is used by nearly 400 colleges, universities, professional schools, and scholarship programs to award more than $9 billion in grants. Available on October 1 each year.

CSS Profile Application 

Start early and search often for scholarships! Unlike student loans, scholarships are money that does not have to be repaid. 

Scholarships are an opportunity for you to pursue educational goals without having to pay out of your own pocket. There are various types of scholarships available from individuals, colleges, private organizations, and charities. We've compiled a large list of scholarship deadlines and local resources to help you with your search for scholarship opportunities!

Scholarships Guide 

Want to stay in Arizona to attend college? Arizona is home to many great colleges and universities and being an AZ resident you'll qualify for in-state tuition and special scholarships only available for in-state students. 

Financial Aid Tools

Start a college savings account and/or use your college savings plan to help with college costs!

The Arizona Family College Savings Plan is a state-sponsored 529 plan designed to provide a parent, grandparent or future student an opportunity to save for educational expenses in a tax-deferred manner.

AZ Family College Savings Program