Major changes are coming to the FAFSA this year and this is what you need to know

Figuring out how to pay for college is one of the most complicated, and frankly painful, parts of the college admissions process. And, this year there are major changes that will impact most families. 

In this video, College Admissions: Grown and Flown expert Jeff Levy, Certified Educational Planner (CEP), walks through the most important changes to the FAFSA and how they will impact families starting this fall. 

We know how important this information is and wanted to share this workshop that you can access at any time. 

Jeff explains the changes that families need to know including:

1. The FAFSA is usually available October 1, but this year it might not be ready for families until December. For students applying early decision/early action this means their applications and even the college's decision may be completed before their FAFSA goes in.

2. Changes to the previous allowance for multiple siblings in college.

3. In the case of divorce or separation the “parent” in the FAFSA will also be changing. 

Jeff also covers the FAFSA vs.CSS Profile, grandparent contributions to college funds, the value of family owned businesses in the current calculations and other important changes.

We hope this is useful for your family. Jeff meets live with College Admissions: Grown and Flown members to answer your questions about paying for college including merit aid, scholarships, CSS profile and more. For a limited time, your family can try our membership free and gain access to our experts via our private Facebook community and weekly expert sessions. Start your trial of membership and get expert guidance 

This week, we are going to share with you some of the ways your teen can reduce the stress of senior year and applying to college, right now. This information will be invaluable to juniors as well. Watch your email for the workshop with Stephanie Meade, CEP. 

Here to guide you through,

Lisa, Mary Dell and Helene

Grown and Flown

TL;DR:  The FAFSA is making big, important changes this year. One of our College Admissions experts made this video to walk you through it. Want expert guidance on the college admissions process? For a limited time, you can try our membership free for 21-days.