Every year, more than 20 million students and parents file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the gateway to federal, state and college financial aid. Families often worry about making costly mistakes, but this step-by-step guide provides expert advice and insights to:

• Increase eligibility for student aid
• Avoid common errors
• Complete the form quickly, easily and accurately

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