Financial Aid
The big question every student asks is, “How am I going to pay for all of this?” First you should determine how much your education will cost. Don't look just at tuition and housing. Consider the cost of books, extra spending money, and travel expenses.
You will receive a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) about three to four weeks after submitting your FAFSA. The SAR details your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which tells you how much you will be expected to contribute to college costs. The schools listed on your FAFSA also receive copies of your SAR, so they can customize a financial aid package for you.
Once you figure out the price for the college of your choice, the next step will be to apply for financial aid. Do you qualify? Before you even hear back from the college of your choice, you should complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal and Student Aid). The FAFSA determines your financial need. To qualify for any state or federal aid including scholarships, work-study programs, grants, or loans, you must complete the FAFSA. To find out more information about FAFSA, visit the helpful website at
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When you are accepted for enrollment, the school will send you an award letter. Award letters outline the entire cost of attendance at each school, your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), and a financial aid package.
If you are a student in high school, check with your guidance counselor about scholarships and other financial aid packages. You can also find out about financial aid and scholarship from the schools you are applying to. In addition, there are helpful online resources. A good place to start is at
If you are employed, ask your employer about tuition assistance packages. Financial aid officers at the colleges that accept you also are a good source of information.
