Deadline nears for college financial aid applications

FALLBROOK – Parents and students should currently be in the process of filing the free application for Federal Student Aid, also known as the FAFSA, for 2010-2011. The form can be procured through the organization website, via phone and in many high schools.

The FAFSA is used by the federal government to calculate the minimum amount a family is expected to contribute to their child’s college expenses and whether or not they qualify for government aid. The family must provide information about family income, assets and other financial details.

Based on a student’s financial need, a colleg...