Frequently Asked Questions

Q.   I don’t think I qualify for Financial Aid, should I even apply?

Yes. Many students miss out on great financial opportunity because they never apply for financial aid. There are other options to receiving age for education. Unsubsidized Stafford and PLUS loans that are available in spite of need. There is no cost associated with FAFSA there is no reason not to apply.

Q. Do I need to be admitted to my college before I fill out my Financial Aid?

No. You can apply to financial aid at any time after January 1. In order to receive your awarded finances you must be admitted to your college.

Q. Do I have to apply for financial aid every year?

Yes. Most financial aid offices will require you to reapply for financial aid annually because of the yearly change of taxes, number of household students, GPA score change, etc.  

Q.  How do I apply for need based scholarships such as the Pell Grant?

Upon completing your FAFSA you will be provided with the option to check boxes pertaining to student employment, student loans, and parent loans. Although checking these features will not guarantee that you accumulate a greater award, it will give you the option to either accept of decline each part of your aid package later.

Q. If I take a break from School do I have to pay back my loans?

Not Immediately. When you take a leave of absence from college, you will have only as long as the scholarship grace period will allow. If you completely use up your grace period during your time away from school you will have to begin payment immediately after graduation.