Is it rare that middle class students get money from FAFSA?

73832982-the-student-administrative-services-offices-where-the There's money for you here. Photo by David McNew/Getty Images. Paying for college is obviously expensive for middle-class families, just like it is for everyone who doesn't have thousands of free dollars to throw around each year. read more

No, it is not rare to get aid for middle class, but middle class depends on a lot of factors since it is variable and other factors come into play, like how many in family, how many in college, and especially which colleges you are applying to and the policy and generosity for aid. read more

One of the best ways for middle-class students to earn better financial aid is to simply have a stronger academic record. Higher GPAs and ACT or SAT scores can pay off in a huge way. Even an improvement of just a few points on the ACT could mean the difference between $5,000 and $10,000 in merit scholarships. read more

FAFSA is a form you fill out and it doesn’t give you any money at all. It calculates your EFC (Expected Family Contribution. For families with that income you will then be eligible for a federal student direct loan and also for Parent Plus loan should you choose. read more