|
Financial Aid
Without financial aid, college would not be possible for many students.
The purpose of financial aid is to make it possible for students
of all incomes to attend school. Traditionally, students apply for
aid in their senior year of high school and reapply each year once
in college. It's important to apply as early as possible. Aid can
be used to cover costs such as tuition and fees, room and board,
transportation, books and supplies.
Types
of Financial Aid
There are four main forms of aid: grants, scholarships,
loans and work-study. Grants and scholarships are free and do not
have to be paid back. Loans must be repaid, but usually not until
after graduation or the student leaves the program or school. Work-study
provides income in the form of a part-time job, usually located
on campus.
Getting
Financial Aid
Financial aid is awarded based on skills, good grades or your need
for help. First, you must fill out a FAFSA ((Free Application for
Fedral Student Aid). This form is available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov
or you can obtain a paper copy at colleges, the library or by calling
800.433.3243. If you are hearing impaired, call TTY 800.730.8913.
There is no charge to submit this form.
Approximately
4-6 weeks after your form is received, a student aid report will
be sent to you and the schools you want to go to. Once you are accepted
to a school, the school's financial aid office will determine your
eligibility for financial aid.
|
