In an effort to reduce sticky threads which can clog the forum, useful threads about common topics of interest are listed here...
Your Semi-annual Academic Common Market Thread (IN STATE TUITION) international student aid Best schools that give the most merit based aid Preparing for Finaid Applications Institutional Merit Based Scholarships (Full Tuition +) List of (mostly merit-) scholarship info websites
In addition, here are a few other resources on the College Confidential website related to financial aid:
Financial Aid Home at College Confidential
EFC Calculator - estimate your Expected Family Contribution (FAFSA-based) with this calculator.
College Financial Aid Books - recommended reading for maximizing your aid.
Are Savers Penalized? (article)
Financial Aid Forum (Classic) - the archive of the old College Confidential Financial Aid forum; no posting, but lots to read!
College Confidential Home
Excellent information on schools with w/relatively low tuition for OOS students:
Research Universities with Lowest OOS Tuition Public LACs with Lowest OOS Tuition