FAFSA.com Scam

If you are reading this article, you probably got here by searching for FAFSA.com scam or something similar. I am here to provide the facts about so called FAFSA scams or paying someone to help you with the FAFSA.

Let's start out by talking about the word scam. A scam is an event that takes place in which a person or company takes money or information from you and gives you nothing in return and will not contact you or has not way for you to contact them.

IASG Grant

The Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants are monies from the federal government set aside to help pay for college and university for students whose parent or guardian was killed in the line of duty while performing military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11.

The IASG Grant is the same amount as the Pell Grant, which is $5500 a year for students and can be renewed year after year.

There are certain eligibility requirements to receive this grant for college. You must not be already eligible for a federal Pell grant however, you must meet all other Pell grant requirements. Your parent or guardian was a active member of the military and was killed in the line of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan as a result of military events since the events of 9/11 and the student must be under the age of 24 or have been in college at least part time at the time of the parent's or guardian's death.

This grant is just like other financial aid and it follows the same guidelines as regular federal aid so students must make sure they are following the satisfactory academic progress policy and all other federal financial aid guidelines to continue to get this grant. 

The IASG Grant application is the FAFSA and you must fill out this form to be eligible for any student aid. 

Federal Work Study

The Federal Work Study Program and Your Education

 A number of grants, loans and other programs exist to help you find the financing required for today's colleges and universities. However, one of the best programs is the Work Study program. There are both federal and non-federal works study programs; each offers similar benefits and operates on a similar basis. This program is designed to provide financial aid to students in financial need and can be combined with other options to create a comprehensive financial aid package. In fact, a Work Study program can be used successfully with both loans and grants.

US Scholarships for Canadian Students

Many Canadian students come down to the United States to attend school here and many have asked if they are eligible for financial aid. 

To be eligible for federal financial aid such as FSEOG, Pell Grant, and Stafford Loans, you must be a United States citizen. There is no way of getting around this rule and if you wish to get federal FAFSA aid, you must become a citizen. 

Arkansas Lottery Scholarships

The Arkansas Lottery has decided to do something very worthwhile with the lottery proceeds. All net proceeds from lottery sales in the state of Arkansas goes to education scholarships for college students. These scholarships can be used at all public and non-profit colleges in the state. They can be 2 or 4 year institutions of higher learning.