They thought they didn’t qualify. They were wrong.
- 33-Year FAFSA Guru Consultant
- Jun 9
- 2 min read

How One Family Turned FAFSA Confusion Into $136KWhen the Johnsons first looked at the FAFSA, they assumed they didn’t qualify for much—maybe a few hundred dollars in grants. But with EDFIN’s expert guidance, everything changed.
Over four years, EDFIN helped the family navigate the FAFSA maze, correct errors, and uncover funding they didn’t know existed. The result? $136,000 in grants and scholarships—money that made college not just possible, but comfortable.
Don’t leave money on the table. With the right guidance, your family could be next.
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Your student's financial future may depend on getting it right.
Shelly Ruffin34-Year FAFSA & College Funding Consultant EDFIN College Planning Team
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Download: "5 FAFSA Errors That Cost Families Thousands"
Your student's financial future may depend on getting it right.
Shelly Ruffin34-Year FAFSA & College Funding Consultant EDFIN College Planning Team
P.S. The earlier you identify FAFSA mistakes, the more options you have to correct them before financial aid decisions are finalized. Download your free checklist today.Your student's financial future may depend on getting it right. |
As your 33-year FAFSA Guru, I, [Shelly Rufin] and the EDFIN College Planning Team are here to help.
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