Going to college in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX: where do I start with applications and financial aid?

Two official sources are a good place to start. The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is the state agency for colleges and universities in Texas [1]. Use it to learn about Texas colleges and state programmes, including state financial aid [1]. Federal Student Aid is the U.S. government site for federal help with paying for college [2]. It is where you fill out the FAFSA, the form used to apply for federal aid [2].

A simple order to follow: 1. Compare programmes. Think about what you want to study. Then look at Texas colleges and programmes using the state board's site [1]. 2. Check each college's admission steps. Each school has its own application, so read the steps for every school on your list. The state board can help you understand your Texas options [1]. 3. Apply for aid. Fill out the FAFSA on the Federal Student Aid site [2]. Also check the state board for Texas aid programmes [1].

Deadlines, amounts and who qualifies can change. They can also differ by programme and by college. Do not rely on old information or word of mouth. Check the current details on the Federal Student Aid site [2] and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board site [1] before you apply.

Sources [1] Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board: https://www.highered.texas.gov/ [2] Federal Student Aid: https://studentaid.gov/