Financial Aid Moneyball

FAFSA is a game. Here's the actual math of what your family is expected to pay and why it's probably wrong.


FAFSA Decoded: What It Actually Asks, Why It Matters, and How to Not Screw It Up
The 4-Year Financial Plan: How to Make Sure You Can Afford All Four Years, Not Just Freshman Year
Your Expected Family Contribution Is a Lie (Here's the Real Math)
Need-Based Aid Strategy: How to Maximize What Colleges Offer You
Schools That Actually Meet 100% of Need vs. Schools That "Gap" You
How to Read a Financial Aid Award Letter Without Getting Played
How to Appeal a Financial Aid Offer (Yes, You Can Negotiate)
The CSS Profile: Why 250 Schools Want More of Your Financial Information
Federal Student Loans Explained: What You're Actually Signing and What It Costs
Work-Study, Outside Jobs, and Whether Working in College Actually Makes Financial Sense