Financial Aid & Scholarships

Financial aid can be one of the most confusing and frustrating parts of the college process.  Here are some resources to help you navigate student loans, scholarships, grants, the FAFSA, and overall financial aid planning.

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SCHOLARSHIPS IN NAVIANCE

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Scholarship List is ALL of the scholarship opportunities that MHS has received. These are great opportunities as they tend to be local and they tend to receive a small applicant pool. 

Read the description for each scholarship and see if it looks like it might fit.

5. Then either download the application or go to the indicated website to get the application.

There are four main types of financial aid for college students including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study funds.

GRANTS are a type of financial aid that does not have to be repaid. Offered by the federal and state government, as well as by some institutions, grants may be merit-based, need-based or student-specific. Examples of student-specific grants might include grants for minorities, women, and students with disabilities. The federal government offers the following grants:

SCHOLARSHIPS, like grants, do not have to be repaid.  They are typically offered by individual institutions and private organizations and can be awarded based on a number of factors, such as academic performance, athletic ability, religious affiliation, and race, among others. In order to apply for a scholarship, you will often be asked to write an essay.

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LOANS are borrowed money for college or career school; you must repay your loans, with interest. They are offered by both the federal government and private institutions. Loans provide students and families with immediate access to funds to help cover the cost of college.  If you decide to take out a loan, make sure you understand who is making the loan and the terms and conditions of the loan.

Federal Loans - The U.S. Department of Education has two federal student loan programs:

PRIVATE LOANS are granted by private banks and may help to bridge the gap between the cost of your education and the amount of financial aid you receive from the government. Eligibility for private loans often depends on your credit score, and private loans tend to have higher interest rates than loans that the government offers. Students are encouraged to pursue all options for federal student aid before entering into a private loan.

WORK STUDY is a program where you can earn money that helps you pay for school. Work-study programs provide students with federally funded jobs on campus or at other approved locations. The campus facilities at many colleges and universities, including the student center, career center, athletic department, and residence halls, employ work-study students. However, the positions available and the pay offered vary widely.

RESOURCES

The financial aid you receive could make a big difference in the school you attend and the amount of debt you have after graduation. The sooner you start researching your options for financial aid, the better.

FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid

FSA ID - An FSA ID gives you access to Federal Student Aid’s online systems and can serve as your legal signature.

CSS Profile - The CSS PROFILE is required by many private colleges and universities to determine your eligibility for non-government financial aid, such as the institution's own grants, loans and scholarships. 

Resources from Federal Student Aid

CSAC CA Student Aid Commission - CSAC's mission is to Making education beyond high school financially accessible to all Californians.

Webgrants 4 Students - Provide you with the resources, information and tools needed to assist you with the college financial aid process.

CA Dream Act Application - The CA Dream Act application allows students enrolled in eligible California Colleges, Universities and Career Education programs to apply for state financial aid.  This application is unrelated to the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

Compare Financial Aid Awards - College Board tool for comparing financial aid awards

Student Financial Tech - The financial technology revolution is changing the way students gather information. We help students and parents make complex financial information more accessible, so that they have the best path to success. 

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40 Money Management Tips Every College Student Should Know - There’s no way around it: College is expensive, but it is possible to pay for your education without sabotaging your financial future. 40 Money Management Tips Every College Student Should Know is a resource that you can refer back to throughout the year when you have money questions. 

FastWeb - Fastweb is your connection to scholarships, colleges, financial aid and more.

Cappex - Find colleges and scholarships

Annuity.org- Student financial basics

Scholarships.com - Search over 3.7 million college scholarships and grants.

Going Merry -  Going Merry is a scholarship application platform.  They match you with scholarships, auto-fill your info from your profile. They were inspired by what the Common App has done for colleges.

Scholarships for Students with Disabilities

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Scholarships for Minority Students

Sallie Mae Scholarship Search - The free way to get access to more than 5 million college scholarships worth up to $24 billion.

VCCF Scholarships-The Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship program is made possible thanks to the generosity and commitment of donors, including individuals, corporations, and organizations. VCCF primarily awards scholarships to Ventura County students who are pursuing higher education and/or career training. 

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