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Changes to the FAFSA: What you need to know

2016 September 27 by Jennifer Walker

As the 2017-2018 school year approaches, students and their families need to know about changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is important for a few reasons, as it’s a pathway to receiving several forms of financial aid including grants, loans and work study. More information is available from the office of financial aid. Here’s a rundown … [Read more...] about Changes to the FAFSA: What you need to know

Filed Under: Financial Aid, General, Money, Student Info

*FAFSA FRENZY*

2016 February 22 by Jennifer Walker

NEED HELP FILING YOUR 2016-2017 FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)? *Attend a FAFSA Frenzy (a state-wide initiative) on MARCH 5, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Lybyer Technology Building! *Volunteers will be available to assist you to file your FAFSA. You can also sign up for a State-Wide Drawing - One of Sixteen $500 Scholarships to be used at any postsecondary … [Read more...] about *FAFSA FRENZY*

Filed Under: Financial Aid, General, Money, Organization, Student Info, Student Loans

Mapping Your Education

2016 January 12 by Jennifer Walker

While attending a college or university may be expensive, there are several different ways you can reduce the overall cost of higher education. Choose an educational institution wisely. •Evaluate the costs of public vs. private, two-year vs. four-year, in-state vs. out-of-state schools •Take general education classes at a local state or community college • Research … [Read more...] about Mapping Your Education

Filed Under: Budgeting, Financial Aid, General, Money, Organization, Student Info

Requirements To Receive Federal Student Aid

2016 January 4 by Jennifer Walker

To receive student aid there are requirements students must meet first. -Students must obtain a college or career school education, either by having a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or by completing a high school education in a homeschool setting approved under state law. -Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular … [Read more...] about Requirements To Receive Federal Student Aid

Filed Under: Budgeting, Financial Aid, General, Money, Student Info

Look Into All Forms Of Financial Aid

2016 January 4 by Jennifer Walker

- A variety of financial assistance programs are available to help you fund your college education. Scholarships, grants and work-study assignments are available to students of all ages and backgrounds. -The first step for most of these programs is to complete and file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Submit your FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1 … [Read more...] about Look Into All Forms Of Financial Aid

Filed Under: Financial Aid, General, Loans, Money, Organization, Student Info, Student Loans

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