What is
financial aid?
Federal student aid is financial help for students enrolled
in eligible programs at participating schools to cover college
costs at four and two-year public or private educational
institutions, career schools, trade schoos, etc. Financial Aid
helps cover tuition
and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation.
Most federal aid is need-based.
Types of
financial aid
Grants…financial
aid that does not have to be repaid.
Loans…borrowed money that must be repaid with interest.
Work-study…lets you earn money while enrolled in school to
help pay for education expenses.
Who gets
financial aid?
U.S. citizen with a valid Social Security Number
High school grads or GED recipients
Enrolled in an eligible program who are seeking a
degree
Males registered with the Selective Service (if
you are a male between the ages of 18 and 25)
How do you
apply for Federal Student Aid?
1. Complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
For priority consideration in the State of Kansas, you must submit
the FAFSA by April 1, 2003 (date received)
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Online at www.fafsa.ed.gov
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From a high school guidance office
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From the Educational Talent Search office
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From a local public library
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From the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID
(1-800-433-3243)
2. Review
your Student Aid Report (SAR)
3. Contact the school (s) you may attend.
Need help?
If you need help filling out the FAFSA or have questions about
financial aid, contact the Educational Talent Search office.
Talent Search offers many workshops that focus on completing
the FAFSA and answering questions about financial aid.
