Is the financial aid test the new ACT?

With the economic recession in full force, more a more students are in need of financial aid for college. Even as the economy seems to be crumbling beneath us, college prices are as high as ever. The financial aid form is the only hope many teenager have to receive a college education. "As of Feb. 15, the Department of Education had already received 2,213,408 forms, 20 percent more than at this time last year." The only problem is that the six page form, that contains over 100 questions, is not an easy task to complete. The questions are extremely difficult, and it asks for a lot of information that families aren't able to find without hassle. The test itself is so tough, that families are paying people to fill it out for them. Companies like Fafsa charge up to 100 dollars to complete the test. The test is very intimidating, and because of this many families are steering clear from the aid form. They are steering clear, and as a result they won't be able to pay for their kid's college.
The financial aid form can take hours to complete, and even when finished isn't very accurate. Congress is currently trying to simplify the test, and make it easier and more efficient. President Obama has plans to get rid of the financial aid form, but it doesn't look as though it will be redone this year.
This past week in class, we have been talking about privilege, and what comes along with the title. The idea of a high class education came up as something that can go under definition. After having read about the financial aid form, I now have a better understanding of the number of students who cannot afford to go to college. Why does it have to be a privilege to go to college? Shouldn't every student have to the opportunity to continue their education? The financial aid form shouldn't to hold people back from the rights they deserve.