Also, it is very helpful to constantly keep track of your Student Information System, so you can rid yourself of any holds that may be on your account. Since we have all returned from the winter break, it is time to make sure that we keep up to date with the good old Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA requires renewal every year, and, as we know, many high school seniors are all applying for their chance at federal aid. Although we are all in college, we can all agree that the more aid that we receive, the less pressure we are under to secure more funds. The sooner you fill out and submit your FAFSA, the faster you can get back to all your other course work that you enjoy. If, after FAFSA, more funds are needed, scholarships can be a good way to bridge financial gaps. Fastweb.com is a great source for keeping up to date with the newest scholarships that have been made available by different foundations and companies. Although the economy may not be in the best shape at this moment, many groups are still offering scholarships to those who take advantage and apply for them.