The CSS Profile is used by over 400 colleges and universities in the United States.
It's important to check the deadline for each school you're applying to, as they may vary.
The CSS Profile asks for detailed financial information about the student and their family.
Is there a fee to complete the CSS Profile? - There is a fee to submit the CSS Profile. The fee is $25 for the first school and $16 for each additional school.
Information on CSS profiles is used by schools to determine the eligibility of a student for scholarship and institutional assistance.
The CSS Profile typically asks for more detailed financial information than the FAFSA.
You will need to complete the CSS Profile every year that you're seeking non-federal financial aid at a school that requires it.