Financial Aid TheFAFSA

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The financial aid office can help you fill out the FAFSA and any other applications for financial aid. They can also advise you on which types of financial aid you should apply for, based on your financial need and academic background

Helping You Apply Grants

Grants, like the Pell Grant, are another type of financial aid that you don't have to pay back. The Federal Pell Grant and the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG is a need-based grant that is available to undergraduate students who are pursuing their first bachelor’s degree with exceptional need. TEACH Grant - The Teacher Education

Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is available to students who intend to teach in a high-need field in a lowincome area They're typically awarded based on financial need Grants can come from the federal government, state governments, colleges and universities, and private organizations.

Loans

Loans are a form of financial aid th ve to pay back with interest. There are two types of loans: federal loans and private loans Federal loans come from the federal government and have fixed interest rates. Private loans come from banks or other financial institutions and have variable interest rates.How the Financial Aid Office Can Help

The financial aid office at your college or university is a valuable resource when it comes to paying for college. Here's how the financial aid office can help:

Paying for college can be a challenge, but financial aid can help make it more manageable By filling out the FAFSA and exploring your options for scholarships, grants, and loans, you can find the financial aid you need to pay for your education. And don't forget to take advantage of the resources available at your college or university's financial aid office – they're there to help you every step of the way