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702. WHAT IS THE CSS PROFILE?
The old saying that you won't receive what you don't ask for definitely applies to college financial aid. Nobody likes paperwork, but there's one critical financial aid form that unlocks access to more than $14 billion in nonfederal aid. Amy and Mike invited financial planner Brian Eyster to explain exactly what the CSS Profile is.
What are five things you will learn in this episode?
What is the CSS Profile, and how does it differ from the FAFSA?
Do all private universities require the CSS? How can I find out which colleges?
Which assets and which income(s) do you need to reveal or disregard?…
The skinny
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