Financial Aid Links & Resources

There are many resources for students who need assistance with financial aid.

Big Future: Students can use the Big Future website to investigate and search for schools based on affordability.  Schools vary tremendously in the amount of aid offered and “percent of need” they can meet.

FAME Resources and Tools: Explore the Path to Afffording Higher Education at FAME

Financial Aid Information Sessions: In-person and virtual events offered by the Financial Authority of Maine

FAME’s Texting and/or Email Lists: Members of the class of 2025 (or their parent/guardian) will be entered into a drawing for a $1,000 Future Fund scholarship

One-on-One Financial Aid Coaching: Schedule an appointment with FAME for free one-to-one FAFSA and Financial Aid coaching


Get started with FAFSA Estimate

This FAFSA tool will help you understand your options for paying for college. Provide some basic information and we’ll estimate your eligibility for federal student aid. Your estimate will be shown in the College Cost Worksheet where you can also provide estimated amounts of other student aid and savings that can go towards your college education. Go ahead and get started now!  FAFSA Estimate Your Aid