FINANCIAL AID RESOURCES

Scholarships online; see Mrs. Sandzik in the SSC for more information. Update Scholarship DEADLINES!

5 Things to do after Filling Out Your FAFSA Form - More helpful tips from the U.S. Department of Education.
FAFSA (en Espanol); English Spanish Glossary of Student Financial Aid
State of Michigan - Paying for College (website)
Affording College in Michigan guide from the MI Department of Treasury
Financial Aid Basics from the National Association of College Admission Counseling
Oakland University Financial Services offers a variety of financial aid events and workshops available to high school students and their parents. FAFSA workshops begin in January. See their list of everything you need to complete your FAFSA.

College Scorecard - This tool from the U.S. Department of Education's College Affordability and Transparency Center allows you to select criteria and find out more about a college's affordability and value.

Repayment Estimator - Enter real or hypothetical loan information to view estimated payments under different repayment plans.
College Covered - This site has helpful information for both students and parents. Search for scholarships, get FAFSA help, find out about campus jobs, and more.
Understanding your Financial Aid Award Letter - Helpful tips from Sallie Mae.
Raise.me - Raise.me is a new site that awards scholarship money at participating colleges and universities based on achievements throughout high school.
Fastweb - Free scholarship search. Download the Fastweb! app to have scholarship updates at your fingertips

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