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A Step-By-Step Guide to Applying for Federal Financial Aid

By Ken Clark, About.com

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Introduction

When it comes to stress-inducing paperwork, applying for Federal financial aid can be right up there with preparing your tax return. In fact, you generally cannot apply for financial aid without having completed your taxes!

While the process may seem overwhelming at first, it really is quite straightforward. The biggest sources of frustration will come from waiting until the last minute and not having the necessary information ready when you need it.

This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know when it comes to applying for financial aid.

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