Financial Aid Workshop January 16

Financial Aid Workshop
Tuesday - Jan. 16, 2001
7 p.m.
NHS Cafeteria

The Financial Aid Workshop will give students and their families the opportunity to gain a complete understanding of the financial aid process and financial aid packaging.

In addition, the 2001-2002 FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid form will be explained, item by item. Those attending are encouraged to bring their student's forms with them.

Workshop personnel will stay following the presentation to answer specific questions and help those desiring to complete their FAFSA forms that evening.

Topics:
-Eligibility requirements for federal aid
-Overview of federal and state student aid programs:
Pell Grants Perkins Loans
SEOG Federal Direct Loans
College Work Study Stafford Loans
State Student Incentive Grants Plus Loans
-Financial aid "packaging"
-Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
-How to compare financial aid packages
-The FAFSA - item by item
-Advantages of filing via the Web
-The new tax credits that can be used to offset college costs
-The Profile Form
-Twenty-First Century Scholars
Program
-Scholarships: Types, sources, timetable
-Strategies for making college affordable
-Indiana deadline of March 1st

Those attending should bring financial aid forms, 2000 federal income tax forms and/or information for both student and parents, writing implements, and all questions.

Forms will also be available at the workshop.
For additional information prior to the Jan. 16 meeting, please contact the NHS Guidance Department at 776-6257.