NCA&T FAFSA School Code: 002905
If you are concerned about the rising cost of college, you are not alone. Sure, college is expensive???, but its more affordable than you think. Take the time to explore the many financial aid options available today. Parents and students often think that federal assistance is only available to those are struggling financially. As a result, many families bypass the federal financial aid process.
The truth is that the federal government is an excellent resource for anyone in search of cost-effective solutions to cover education expenses. The federal government provides aid in the form of grants, work-study and student loans. Most students qualify for grants, scholarships and work-study awards regardless of family income.
The first step in the financial aid process is filling out the FAFSA
( Free Application for Federal Student Aid), which is used to determine the aid package you will be offered by the university or college. You should complete the form online as soon as possible after January 1, 2012 at fafsa.ed.gov. Filing online reduces the processing time.
You will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) online or in the mail from the U.S. Department of Education. This report will inform you of the amount of money your parent(s) will be asked to contribute toward your education. The schools you list of your FAFSA will receive a copy of your SAR so they offer you a financial aid package. The package may include scholarships, grants, work study awards and loans.
Each university or college that you listed will send you an award letter if you are accepted. It is extremely important to submit information by the deadline to avoid losing any financial aid.
Free on-line scholarship searches can be done at the following websites:
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.fastaid.org
www.finaid.org/scholarships
www.collegeboard.com/student/pay
www.salliemae.com
