How to get Cash for College
STEP 1
Complete the FAFSA
STEP 2
Submit your confirmation page for a chance to win a Laptop, book scholarship, amazon gift cards!
STEP 3
Find the information you need to apply to local colleges below
FACT or FICTION?
My parents make too much, I won’t qualify for aid.
FICTION
Most institutional and private scholarships require you to complete the FAFSA to be eligible for their scholarships.
FACT
My parents aren’t US citizens so I can’t complete the FAFSA.
FICTION
You need to complete the FAFSA every year beginning Oct.1 of your 12th grade year.
FACT
You complete the FAFSA once accepted to college.
FICTION You can list 10 schools even if you haven’t applied yet
It costs money to submit the FAFSA.
FICTION Always ensure you are using the official government website and it is FREE!
FAFSA Guide
STEP 1
Step-by-step FSA ID video:
STEP 2
Step-by-step FAFSA Video (for students starting college Summer 2021-Summer 2022):
Top 5 Reasons to complete the FAFSA:
Not sure which parent to use on the FAFSA? Check out this guide:
FAFSA Parent Information Guide
Not sure if you will have to provide your parent’s information on the FAFSA? Check out this guide:
FAFSA Help Guide
Here’s a checklist of what you’ll need to complete your FAFSA along with a place to document the information you’ll need when you renew it next year!
**Coming in October** In-person assistance to help you complete the FAFSA.
After Completing your FAFSA
Proof of FAFSA completion is required for entry. Must be a 2020 or 2021 Collier County high school graduate to be eligible. FAFSA must be completed between June 30th, 2021, and September 30th, 2021. Odds of winning are based on the total number of eligible entries during the contest period.
We will Draw 2 laptops, 2 textbook scholarships ($500 each), and 60 $100 Amazon Gift Cards. Winners will be notified at the beginning of October. Each eligible entry/student can win a maximum of one prize.
