<p>I’m about to file my fafsa soon and I know there’s this option. Is it worth it to hire one and what is the cost usually to do so?</p>
<p>Probably not. Most of the data would be available on your tax return information, so hiring a consultant is unnecessary. But if tax type calculations and forms are completely beyond you, then maybe.</p>
<p>But there is a reason it is called the “free” application.</p>
<p>You’ve already found this website, so hiring someone to tell you what you can read here for free seems indulgent. The only situation where it might be a good idea is if you have a really unusual situation.</p>
<p>The book “Paying for College Without Going Broke” 2010 edition combined with this website will be far more valuable than a paid aid consultant.</p>