<p>how do i register for financial aid and what do i need</p>
<p>You will need to check your schools to see what they require. Nearly all schools require that you file FAFSA (Free Application For Student Aid). This is for US citizens and eligible permanent citizens only. It is FREE to apply so if you find yourself at a web site that asks you to pay you are in the wrong place. The form for the 2010-2011 school year will not be available until Jan 1st 2010. [FAFSA</a> - Free Application for Federal Student Aid](<a href=“http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/]FAFSA”>http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/)</p>
<p>Some schools (about 300 in the US) also require CSSProfile. This is used to determine institutional aid at the schools that require it. It is not free. You only do this for schools that require it.</p>
<p>Check your schools for what they require and pay special attention to their deadlines.</p>