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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FAFSA Still Open: How to Secure Your Financial Aid During the Government Shutdown

While the government shutdown may slow some processes, it does not stop your ability to apply for financial aid.

Shawna Newman
Published October 1, 2025

FAFSA Submission Summary: Everything You Need to Know About the Financial Aid Document

Learn more about the FAFSA Submission Summary, the document that you'll receive once you've completed the FAFSA.

Kathryn Knight Randolph
Published September 23, 2025

What is the FAFSA? And Why Should You Care?

Get your FAFSA questions answered, plus get access to a FAFSA EFC calculator.

Shawna Newman
Published September 18, 2025

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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.

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