The FAFSA Is Now Open: How to Get Ready

Worried about paying for college? You’re not alone. College expenses continue to rise and the process of finding affordable colleges and applying for financial aid is complex. Families need clear answers about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) merit aid, scholarships, and how to get the most money for college.

In this comprehensive video, Elaine Varas, Senior University Director of Financial Aid, University of Pennsylvania. walks parents through the 2025 financial aid process s...