Do you know a high-performing Missouri State-West Plains student looking to transfer to a four-year institution? Does he or she have financial need? If so, please encourage him or her to apply for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which provides up to $40,000 annually to community college students and recent alumni who will pursue a bachelor's … [Read more...] about Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Look for "free" money first. Know your specific deadlines. Fill out the FAFSA. Compare schools' financial aid offers carefully. Be sure you have the money you need. https://www.pheaa.org/college-planning/five-steps/index.shtml#step2 … [Read more...] about Five Steps to Financial Success
What is financial literacy? Financial literacy is defined as: The ability to read, analyze, manage and communicate about the personal financial conditions affecting material well being. The term is used to describe financial education programs on college campuses and within high schools. The objective of financial literacy programs is to help students better manage their … [Read more...] about Financial Literacy
Scholarship Search Tips Home » Planning & Paying for College » Grants & Scholarships » Scholarship Search Tips In these tough economic times, many families may need additional money to help pay for college. Federal and state financial aid programs may not be enough. Seeking and applying for private scholarships from non-profit foundations and other organizations may … [Read more...] about Scholarship Information
FAFSA Toolkit: This toolkit is designed to assist you in providing information on completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). With the click of a mouse or a quick "cut and paste," you can have your own FAFSA campaign, provided by PHEAA. From print ads to web banners, our tools help schools and community partners increase FAFSA awareness. How to … [Read more...] about FAFSA Toolkit