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Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Students The following federal student aid print publications are available online through the use of a screen reader. They are also available in Braille through the Federal Student Aid Information Center.The Student Aid Audio Guidehttp://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/student_audio_guide/index.html Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and FAFSA on the Web WorksheetStudents use the FAFSA to apply for the Department's federal student aid programs. Although the Braille FAFSA cannot be submitted, students may use it as a reference aid. They can use the Braille FAFSA as a guide when they apply on paper, or they can use the new Braille FAFSA on the Web Worksheet as a guide when they apply online. Apply at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Funding Education Beyond High School: The Guide to Federal Student AidThis new publication provides a single, comprehensive, and user-friendly resource on student financial aid from the US Department of Education that is designed for use at every stage of the student's financial aid lifecycle. The guide covers the three major forms of student financial aid available: grants, loans, and work-study and explains these programs in detail, including how to apply, and also includes sources of nonfederal aid. The guide is available online at http://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/student_guide/index.html. Repaying Your Student LoansThis publication, designed for borrowers about to enter repayment, explains loan repayment plans, offers tips on budgeting, and explains options such as loan consolidation so that borrowers can avoid repayment problems and successfully manage and repay their debts. It is available online at www.studentaid.ed.gov/repayingpub. Braille BookmarkThis handy pocket-sized item encourages students to apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov, apply for a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov, and visit our Federal Student Aid Web site at www.studentaid.ed.gov. If you have any questions, please contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center toll-free at 1-800-433-3243.
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