The CSS Profile: What It Is and Why Some Colleges Require It
October 28, 2026, 5:00 AM - 6:30 PM (US Central)
For high school juniors, seniors and parents
The FAFSA isn’t the only financial aid application some colleges require. The CSS Profile is used by hundreds of colleges and scholarship programs to determine eligibility for institutional financial aid—and it asks for different information than the FAFSA. This session will help high school seniors and their parents understand who needs to complete the CSS Profile, which colleges require it, what information is needed, and how to avoid common mistakes. Families will leave with a clearer understanding of the CSS Profile process and practical steps to complete it successfully and maximize their financial aid opportunities.