FAFSA: Opportunity and Obfuscation

By Eric Stoller. It's a new year and that means it's time for another year of FAFSA applications. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is what helped me qualify for student loans / financial aid when I went to college and it will do the same for thousands of students this year.
Perhaps of most importance for individuals who complete the FAFSA is the EFC or "Expected Family Contribution" index number. Read more...