How to Pay for College 2026-2027

2 Complete the FAFSA @ STUDENTAID.GOV 2

NEED HELP WITH THE FAFSA?

WHY COMPLETE THE FAFSA? • Federal Grants • Federal Student Loans • Federal Work-Study • Many Arkansas State Aid Programs • Many Institutional Scholarships

FAFSA Federal Student Aid

Scan here to make a FREE Virtual or In-Person FAFSA Help Session.

Use your Federal Student Aid Account to log in and get started.

Apply for Arkansas State Aid @ SAMS.ADHE.EDU 3 Secure your aid!

WHY APPLY FOR ARKANSAS STATE AID? • Academic Challenge Scholarship • Arkansas Future Grant • Governor’s Scholars Program • Arkansas Teacher Academy Program • Other Arkansas scholarships and grants

HELPFUL SAMS TIPS

• Create your account and verify your email • Complete all scholarship questions • Select the college you plan to attend

Create an account and complete the Arkansas State Aid application.

• Accept award after notification • Review continuing eligibility requirements

Finish strong!

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