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Affording Education Business Financing Financial Wellness

File the FAFSA

There is money available to help pay for school. Begin by filing the FAFSA.

Make a Plan

Making a plan for saving is the first step towards making education after high school a reality.

Start to Save

Saving now will put you in a better position to pay for education after high school later.

Pay for School

Paying for education after high school usually comes from a variety of sources.

Resources for Professionals

Find helpful resources for educators, financial aid offices, and other professionals working with students.

Find a Scholarship

Use FAME’s online search to find Maine scholarships.

Your Financial Wellness

Learn more about managing your finances and improving your financial health.

Resources for Educators

FAME has resources to help you serve your students and their families.

Planning by Age

There are things you can do at every stage to prepare for higher education.

Planning Tips For …

FAME provides specific resources for New Mainers, Adult Students, Military Families and Veterans, and Employers.

Financial Wellness

Learn more about managing your finances and improving your financial health.

Ways to Save

There are many ways to save for college. Learn more about options that may work for you.

NextGen 529

A great way to help your child save for college. NextGen 529 is Maine’s section 529 plan which many Maine families use to save for college.

Tips to Help You Save

It can be hard to find money in your budget for college savings. These tips will help you find ways to save money.

Getting Financial Aid

There’s money available to help pay for college. Learn more about applying for financial aid and filing the FAFSA.

Free Community College is Here

If you’re a Maine student who earned (or will earn) a high school diploma or equivalent in 2022, 2023, 2024 or 2025, you can attend Maine community college tuition free, but you’ll need to file the FAFSA first.

Scholarship Search

Scholarships provide free money to pay for college. Start your search for Maine scholarships here.