There are many ways to finance your education beyond high school but there are a few things that you must be aware of in the process. First, don't decide not to go to any higher learning institution based on it's cost. Determining whether or not you can afford the school may not be done until you receive your "financial aid award" which is money the school offers to assist with your educational costs. This award may come in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, or employment. Second, financial aid awards are often based upon "need" that is, what are you or your family capable of paying toward your education. One way to determine this need is to obtain and fill out the "Free Application for Federal Student Aid" or FAFSA and is a requirement if you intend to apply for any type of federal aid. These forms are located in the Career Center and in the Counseling Office or you may complete the form on-line.
Follow the other links listed below for more information on how to finance your education.
Stafford Plus Loans Federal Financial Aid
HELPFUL PUBLICATIONS:
The College Blue Book The College Hand Book
Financial Aid Night!
FEDERAL WAY HIGH SCHOOL WILL HOST A FINANCIAL AID EVENING
ON JANUARY
17TH AT 7 P.M. IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY.
Parents and students at the high
school are invited to attend, no matter what grade those students are
in. Paula Bishop, a Certified College
Planning Specialist will be there to discuss the ins and outs of
financial aid. Find out if your student qualifies for financial aid, how
the financial aid formula is determined and how to identify the colleges
with the most generous financial aid
packages. If you have questions, please contact Carla Boone at 253-945-5417.