Completing the FAFSA with Staci and Amanda
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in paying for college. This video provides an overview to get started. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
What You Need to Start the FAFSA
The FAFSA can be completed in about 30 minutes if you know what to expect and have the information you need at your fingertips. This video explains what items you’ll need to get started. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Dependent vs. Independent Status on the FAFSA
A student’s dependency status must be listed on the FAFSA and determines whose information must be reported. This video explains whether a student qualifies for a dependent or independent status. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Reporting Divorced and Separated Family On the FAFSA
A parent who claims a student on their taxes is not always the parent whose information should be reported on the FAFSA. Learn how to complete the FAFSA when a student has divorced or separated parents in this video. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Family Size On the FAFSA
Families come in all sizes. This video explains how to determine and correctly report family size on the FAFSA. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Determining Assets On the FAFSA
Income and assets impact how much financial aid a student is eligible to receive. Learn which assets must be listed on the FAFSA in this video. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Verifying the FAFSA
Colleges and universities are required to verify information provided on the FAFSA. If your application is selected for verification, this video can help you through the process. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Understanding Your Financial Aid Options
An offer of financial aid is received after completing the FAFSA and being accepted to a college or university. This video explains what an offer is and the financial aid options it may include. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
What to Know About Grants
Grants are free money for college provided by federal and state governments. The first step to receiving one is to complete the FAFSA. This video explains what grants are and what the process is to receive one. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
How to Find Scholarships
Scholarships and grants (a.k.a. FREE Money) don’t need to be repaid, making them the best ways to pay for college. Unlike grants which you apply for when you complete the FAFSA, scholarships are financial aid you must research and find to apply for them.This video discusses scholarships and how to find them. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Benefits of College SAVE
Every dollar saved today for college is one less you’ll need to find in grants, scholarships and student loans later. One of the best ways to save money for college is with a College SAVE 529 account. Learn about College SAVE, North Dakota’s 529 plan administered by BND, and its benefits in this video. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
How Much to Take Out in Student Loans
Going to college is an investment toward your future. When taking out student loans, it’s important to borrow responsibly and be aware of how much you will need to repay later. This video offers helpful tips and tools when borrowing money to pay for college. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Overview of Federal Student Loan Options
There are different types of student loans. This video provides an overview of the federal student loan types and explains what subsidized and unsubsidized means. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Bank of North Dakota Student Loans
Bank of North Dakota (BND) student loans can help fill the funding gap when federal student loans, grants, scholarships and savings don’t cover college expenses. This video discusses its program and explains the importance of borrowing responsibly. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Co-signing Private Student Loans
Co-signing a student loan is an important responsibility. This video explains that responsibility and what it means to a co-signer. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Tackling Credit Cards
Credit cards can be helpful or a hindrance depending on how they’re used. This video demonstrates why it’s important to use them wisely. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.
Refinancing Your Student Loans with BND
A North Dakota resident may refinance all their student loans, including federal student loans, into one new loan with one monthly payment through BND. This video gives an overview of BND’s refinance program. Check it out along with other videos in a series created by BND to learn about different aspects of student financial aid and common areas where people have questions in completing the FAFSA.