Mark Kantrowitz
Publisher of the FinAid and Fastweb websites


One of the nation's leading financial aid experts, Mark Kantrowitz has written two books on student aid and has even been called to testify before Congress about financial aid, scholarships and student loans on several occasions. Quoted daily in national newspapers, there's a reason why he's the financial aid guy's financial aid guy.

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Pell Grants 101: Everything You Need to Know

The maximum Pell Grant award is $7,395!

Published October 3, 2024

Work-Study: Everything You Need to Know

20% of students use work-study to pay for college.

Published October 2, 2024

How to Complete the FAFSA When Parent Didn't File Tax Return

Navigate the FAFSA with or without your parents' tax returns.

Published September 24, 2024

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Financial Aid Tips from the Expert

How can you get a bigger financial aid package? Mark Kantrowitz , Fastweb’s own financial aid guru and one of the top financial aid experts in the country, answers that burning question and more.

View more of Mark Kantrowitz's expert advice here -- only on Fastweb!