CSS Profile is such a headache, how does it actually work?

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Hey guys, I keep seeing people mention the CSS Profile and I’m feeling totally overwhelmed. I get that it’s different from FAFSA because it requires so much more info. Can someone break down how CSS Profile works in straightforward terms?

Also, I’m curious – do colleges use the CSS Profile just for their own institutional aid, or does it play a role in getting merit scholarships too? I don't want to mess this up!

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