TxCAN Resources

Supporting students on their journey to college is a rewarding yet complex task, and having the right resources can make all the difference for college advisors and high school counselors. From tools to streamline the application process to platforms that provide up-to-date financial aid information, these resources are designed to help you guide students effectively. Whether you’re assisting first-generation college applicants, organizing FAFSA workshops, or providing career readiness advice, the list below offers valuable tools to enhance your impact and ensure your students’ success. 

NASFAA 

• Communicating With Students from Families with Mixed Immigration Statuses About Completing the FAFSA 

Immigrant Legal Resource Center 

• Know Your Rights Toolkit 

Federal Student Aid

• Privacy Policy for StudentAid.gov 

• Federal Student Aid YouTube Channel: FAFSA Videos

• Federal Student Aid Estimator

Higher Ed Immigration Portal 

• Messaging Guidance on FAFSA Data Security 

uAspire Resources 

• Review FAFSA Submission Summary 

• Making Corrections to the FAFSA 

• A Parent’s Guide to the Parent Section of FAFSA 

Common App 

• Counselor And Recommender Resources 

• Common App Ready Toolkit 

• Telling Your Story: How To Approach The Essay 

Schoolhouse Connection 

• Strategies for Supporting Immigrant and Migrant Students Experiencing Homelessness 

Get Schooled 

• Your FAFSA Is Filed. Now What?