<p>Is it possible to submit the CSS Profile in lieu of institution-specific forms?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>The colleges will tell you want they want. You have to give them what they require. Somtimes it’s just the FAFSA, sometimes its the FAFSA and the CSS Profile. Sometimes it’s the FAFSA and their own form instead of the Profile. In the case of my son’s school it’s the FAFSA and Profile and also a form of their own. You just have to submit to them whatever it is they require.</p>
<p>Rentof2 is correct. If the college ask for a college form, you cannot substitute something else. You have to give EACH college what THEY want for financial aid application materials. Check each website for the specific requirements (and deadlines) for EACH school.</p>
<p>Okay, thanks for the prompt replies.</p>