First of all, thank you for your service. We’re happy that you are interested in applying for financial aid and are here to take the confusion out of the process. Have you visited the Registrar’s Office to let them know that you’re a veteran and to submit all of your documents for VA Educational
Read More.Don’t Let Conflicting Information Get You Down!
Wonder why we keep asking for more information? It’s because you may have answered a question inconsistently. Some of our more common data entry errors are listed below. Don’t fall prey to these mistakes. Know the author: who does it belong to? It is important to pay close attention to who should be completing the
Read More.Data Dilemmas on the FAFSA
It’s that time of year — FAFSA Renewals are coming in! Keep an eye out for these common mistakes when renewing your FAFSA: Nicknames are cute, but they don’t belong on your paperwork. Always use your legal name. The name used for your financial aid information must also match the name listed on your Social Security Card.
Read More.Financial Aid: How To Handle Your Tax Credits and Deductions
CAUTION: Submitting these Tax Credits/Deductions May Result in a Large Refund! Waiting until April 15 to file your taxes for fear of owing? Remembering to enter these educational tax credits/deductions in could alleviate some stress. We can’t all be tax professionals, but here are a few tricks of the trade to help you maximize your
Read More.Holidays on a Budget
Avoid the Post-Holiday Financial Hangover: Budgeting Tips for the Holidays It’s wonderful to be in the spirit of giving, but the holidays can often lead to out-of-control spending. This year, consider some of these tips to help keep your holiday season merry and bright. Make Your List, Check it Twice – Participating in Secret Santas
Read More.The Best Part of Thanksgiving is the Giving
When the Financial Aid Office thinks of Thanksgiving, we think of the warm, cozy feeling of being surrounded by family, the smell of turkey cooking, and the food! Particularly, eating the stuffing, mac and cheese, and pumpkin pie, all while fighting for the turkey leg. Plus, there’s the comfort of being able to stay home
Read More.Satisfactory Academic Progress: Study, Achieve, (Get) Paid!
Welcome back! We know how busy you’ve been with move-in days, orientations, and the start of classes. Now that you’re getting into the swing of this new academic year, we wanted to stress the importance of making time to study and do homework, and to go to classes. Yes, we know you hear that all
Read More.How to NOT Pay for College
Looking to find a way to cover your out-of-pocket school expenses? Interested in reducing your student loan debt? Sounds like you should start applying for scholarships. Applying for scholarships sounds like it takes hard work, creativity and time, but these tips will help demystify the process. Here are some “Do’s and Don’ts” for the scholarship
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