Financial Aid on the Internet

Federal Financial Aid
www.studentaid.ed.gov
This web site allows students to research colleges, investigate their funding options, step-by-step guidance on the entire student aid process and the ability to save their searches for future access.   
 
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
FAFSA on the Web
www.fafsa.ed.gov

Federal Personal Identification Number (PIN)
www.pin.ed.gov
Your federal PIN allows you to file your Renewal FAFSA, sign your FAFSA electronically, and access the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) web site to view your federal financial aid history.

Federal Direct Loan Program
www.ed.gov/DirectLoan
This web site allows students to access their account information, Entrance and Exit Counseling and other Direct Loan publications.

Direct Loan Servicing
https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp
This web site allows students to make online payments, view their account balances and payment history, change billing options and enroll in electronic services.

National Student Loan Data System
NSLDS Student Access
www.nslds.ed.gov
The NSLDS is the Department of Education's central database for student aid. Access the NSLDS to view your financial aid history.

The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
www.finaid.org
This web site is one of the most comprehensive sources of financial aid information available.
 
Financial Aid Search Through the Web
FastWeb
www.fastweb.com
This web site allows students to perform a free customized scholarship search.
 
National Student Clearinghouse
www.studentclearinghouse.org
This web site allows students to view specific information regarding their past and present federal loans.

Maryland Higher Education Commission
www.mhec.state.md.us
This web site provides information about Maryland's scholarships and grant programs administered by the Maryland Office of Student Financial Assistance. 
 
Hope Tax Credit and Lifetime Learning Tax Credit
www.NASFAA.org/annualpubs/GRevHopeCC111698.html
This web site provides useful information about the Federal Hope and Lifetime Learning tax credits.