FAFSA: Free Application For Federal Student Aid
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Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first and single most important step in applying for college aid. It opens the door to all other financial aid options—from federal and state government funding to institutional aid from universities and colleges. 
Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) is here to help students and families through the FAFSA process.
Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) is here to help students and families through the FAFSA process.
- Read strategies and tips in the brochure, Get Money for College—Your First Step: Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
- Attend one of many FAFSA help sessions throughout the city.
- Get free tax return help while getting help with FAFSA. In partnership with H&R Block and Baltimore CASH Campaign, City Schools is offering families free help with tax returns and the FAFSA. Click here for details.
- Don't miss many great stories on www.greatkidsupclose.org by college and high school students, parents, caregivers and other community members, as they reveal their setbacks, solutions and triumphs in getting money for college.
Help is out there. But don’t wait. The deadline for FAFSA completion is March 1.