Pay attention to application deadlines for financial aid
Students should keep a close eye on deadlines when applying for student financial aid, according to KHEAA–Alabama.
As Alabama students plan to begin or continue their postsecondary education, they should try to get all the financial aid they can. To ensure they do so, they must promptly apply for that aid. Every scholarship or grant they receive will reduce their dependence on student loans.
Here are some helpful student financial aid tips from KHEAA–Alabama:
• File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible, beginning Oct. 1. You must submit the FAFSA to qualify for most state and federal student aid.
• Check with the financial aid offices of the schools you’ve applied to to determine if they require any forms other than the FAFSA.
• Look for scholarships using a free online scholarship search.
• Attend any college fairs and financial aid seminars offered in your area. If a company charges a fee for helping with applications, remember that you can do that for free. If you decide to pay for help, ensure the company is reputable by checking with the attorney general’s office or the Better Business Bureau in your area and where the firm is located.
KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents.
KHEAA also helps colleges manage their student loan default rates and verify information submitted on the FAFSA. For more information about those services, visit kheaa.com.
For more information about financial aid and college planning, visit alstudentaid.com.
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