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We are pleased to share valuable resources about financial aid that every person should know to succeed in life. Whether your post-high future includes a university, community college, trade school, the military or starting your career, education is often a lifelong journey and there are financial resources available to help you reach your goals should you believe that pursuing education may be a possibility sometime in your life.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Learn About Scholarships for High School Seniors:
https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/types-of-scholarships/scholarships-for-high-school-seniors/Finding and Applying for Scholarships:
https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/scholarships
JCHS Scholarships List:
The JCHS College & Career Center Google Classroom has information about various scholarships you can apply for!
Avoid Scams!
Avoid Scams!
Avoiding Student Aid Scams:
https://studentaid.gov/resources/scamsCommon Scholarship Scams and How to Avoid Them:
https://finaid.org/scholarships/common/How To Avoid Scholarship and Financial Aid Scams:
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-avoid-scholarship-and-financial-aid-scams
Welcome to P20 College Is Within Reach Hawaii!
Welcome to P20 College Is Within Reach Hawaii!
College Is Within Reach Hawaii:
https://collegeiswithinreachhawaii.com/Financial Aid and Information Nights/Sign-Up:
http://collegeiswithinreachhawaii.com/finaidnights2021/
Introduction to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Introduction to the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Beginners Guide to the FAFSA (FAFSA 101):
www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7WKF7zHpEA
Paying for College Tips (Frequently Asked Questions regarding FAFSA)
www.payingforcollegeresource.com/tips/?lnkid=PFCR-Basics-resource-paytips
Financial Aid Toolkit to Learn about the FAFSA:
financialaidtoolkit.ed.gov/tk/learn/fafsa.jsp
10 FAFSA Facts Every College Bound Student Should Know:
www.collegedata.com/resources/pay-your-way/why-you-need-to-file-the-fafsa
HAWAII P20 Financial Aid Toolkit – Everything FAFSA Resources
Create Your FSA ID for your FAFSA
Create Your FSA ID for your FAFSA
What Is An FSA ID?
https://studentaid.gov/help/fsa-id
How to Create an FSA ID:
https://youtu.be/iTb7hMVtzco?feature=shared
How to Regain Access to Your FSA ID:
How to Fill out the FAFSA
How to Fill out the FAFSA
FAFSA Link:
What Items You May Need to Fill Out the FAFSA:
https://studentaid.gov/help/info-needed
Top Questions Answered About Filing the FAFSA:
https://embed.vidyard.com/share/2GabQVCuorGQ2FhQDkvhNr
For FAFSA Filing Assistance, please email:
FAFSA@hawaii.edu (FAFSA experts standing by; help from a live person)
FAFSA Submission Summary (formerly Student Aid Report, or SAR). What is it and How do I get one?
FAFSA Submission Summary (formerly Student Aid Report, or SAR). What is it and How do I get one?
FAFSA Submission Summary
https://studentaid.gov/help/fafsa-submission-summary
Sallie Mae FAFSA Submission Summary Explained
https://www.sallie.com/financial-aid/fafsa/submission-summary
The Student Aid Index (previously Expected Family Contribution, or EFC) explained.
The Student Aid Index (previously Expected Family Contribution, or EFC) explained.
FAFSA and CSS Profile video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkan2yi_hwU
Student Aid Index (What is a SAI and How Your SAI Affects FAFSA)
https://www.sallie.com/financial-aid/fafsa/student-aid-index?utm_source=slmcom&utm_medium=web
A 1-2-3 Approach (Steps/Ways to Pay for College)
A 1-2-3 Approach (Steps/Ways to Pay for College)
Sallie Mae's 1-2-3 Approach to Paying for College:
https://share.vidyard.com/watch/jhC5epBsnbaVd8KpMb1ors
Outline Information From the Video
Learn About Federal Work Study
Learn About Federal Work Study
Learn about the Federal Work-Study Program:
Work Study Explained
https://youtu.be/1A86FTM5waQ?feature=shared
Notre Dame Frequently Asked Questions about Work Study
Learn About Grants (free money!) for College
Learn About Grants (free money!) for College
Types of Grants, How to Get Grants, Specific Grants for Students:
https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/financial-aid/understand-college-grants/
The Basics: Where They Are, What to Do to be Considered for One:
More on Grants
More on Grants
More than just Pell Grants:
https://www.collegeavestudentloans.com/resources/grants/
What to Know about Grants for College:
The "L" Word - LOANS - Get the Real Deal, Understand & Be Informed!
The "L" Word - LOANS - Get the Real Deal, Understand & Be Informed!
Subsidized vs. Unsubsidized: What is the difference? and which should I take? https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/student-loans/unsubsidized-student-loans
Loan Overview: Federal vs. Private Loans - What's the difference?
https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans/federal-vs-private
The PLUS Loan
I Got My College's Award Letter Offer!
I Got My College's Award Letter Offer!
4 Tips on How to Read Award Letters
https://embed.vidyard.com/share/JY1xYqZurRVhYitpyJgtsU
Understanding Financial Aid Offers (Handout)
https://www.sallie.com/resources/financial-aid/financial-aid-offer-details
Compare Your Financial Aid Offers Worksheet (Fillable PDF - Can Print Out and Discuss During Appts.)
What is a Budget? Why is it Important to Me?
What is a Budget? Why is it Important to Me?
What is a Budget for Living?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODubZyp3Yrs
It's a Money Thing: Budgeting Basics:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEPHsUtLFDA
Setting Up a Budget:
https://www.oklahomamoneymatters.org/students/high_school/Budget.shtml
**PLUS (If you are dorming, don't forget to budget!!)
Off to College Checklist:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/making-a-decision/off-to-college-checklist
Ultimate Dorming Checklist:
And - If you took your Covid-19 vaccine, don't forget your vaccination card!
Thank you so much for taking the time to learn these useful Financial Aid tips. We hope you learned a lot in terms of financial literacy. Best wishes on your future pursuits!
~Ms. Eleyne Fia, Dr. Rick Yamashiro, and the Career/College Center Staff
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