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All About Financial Aid Presented By: New York State Financial Aid Administrators’ Association And Oswego State University
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Your Guide This Evening Kathy Flaherty Assistant Director, Financial Aid SUNY Oswego
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Tonight’s Topics What is financial aid How much will it cost Expected Family Contribution What is financial need What aid is available How to apply (FAFSA) FAFSA4Caster Special Circumstances
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College is expensive, but worth it Sound investment More than just tuition Costs vary by type of college Community College, Public College, Private College Look at costs for full education 4 – 6 years total, and beyond….
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Cost of Attendance Tuition and Fees Books & supplies Room and Board Transportation Some Personal Costs Loan Fees Disability Child Care Study Abroad
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Typical College Costs SUNYCommunity CollegePrivate college Tuition$ 5,270$ 4,000$ 25,000 Fees 1,500 550 1,000 Books & Supplies 1,000 1,230 1,100 Room & Board 12,310 6,500 11,000 Travel 800 2,000 900 Personal 800 700 600 Misc Total$ 21,680 $14,980 $ 39,600
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The money tree “hope” Scholarships Financial aid
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Amount family can reasonably be expected to contribute BUT NOT what the family will pay Remains the same regardless of college price tag Calculated from Federal formula and form (FAFSA/Profile) 2 components: Parent income/resources Student income/resources Expected Family Contribution
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Cost of Attendance - Expected Family Contribution - Private Resources = Financial Need Amount of Financial Need determines aid received * Note: Colleges may not be able to offer enough aid to meet your financial needs What is Financial Need
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What Is Financial Aid Funds provided to students/families to help pay for college educational expenses Includes Scholarships Grants Loans Employment Job LLoan Scholarship Grants
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Scholarships No repayment Grants No repayment Based on Need Loans Repayment usually after education finished Only borrow what is needed Investment in future Many types Employment Paycheck or compensation (room/board) Types of Aid
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Federal Government State Government Colleges Private Sources Civic Organizations Schools Religious Organizations Employers Sources of Aid
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Largest source Awarded mainly based on financial need Apply every year (FAFSA)
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Federal Grants Pell Grant Need Based Up to $5,550 (2011-2012) Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Need Based Targeted at lowest incomes Varies between colleges $100 - $4000 annual award
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TEACH Grant Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education 75% percentile on admissions test/3.25 GPA Must agree to teach at least 4 years High need subject, low-income school Failure to complete requirement Grant becomes interest bearing loan (unsubsidized)
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Both Merit and Need-Based Residency Requirements Apply every year (State form)
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New York State Grant Tuition Assistance Program Attend College in New York State Award Range $500- $5500 NY State Net Taxable Income < $80,500 Part –time (APTS)
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College Scholarships Tips to consider: Merit vs. Need Academic, Athletic, Talent, Ethnic Family’s resources School determines Variable Part of admissions process Separate Application? Renewable?
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Use reputable websites www.finaid.org www.fastweb.com Your high school guidance office Watch for deadlines College Public libraries Local service organizations Parents’ place of employment Private Sources
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Federal Direct Stafford Loans (Student) Perkins Loan (Student) Federal Direct PLUS Loan (Parent) Alternative Student Loans (Private)
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Federal Loans Perkins Loan Low interest, subsidized Highest need Repayment after graduation Awards vary Direct Loans (Stafford) Student’s loan Need based Repayment after graduation Subsidized and Unsubsidized
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Subsidized Direct Loan (Student) Government pays interest while in school Freshmen - $3,500 Sophs - $4,500 Junior/Senior - $5,500 Interest = 3.4% 6 month grace Unsubsidized Direct Loan (Student) All eligible students Regardless of income or assets Interest = 6.8% $2,000 annual loan
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AmountEstimated Monthly Payment $5,500 63 8,500 98 10,500121 15,000173 20,000230 23,000265 25,000289 50,000575
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Not based on need Cost of Attendance less financial aid awarded Good credit history If credit history is not good, see financial aid officer Repayment may begin after student graduates Current interest rate = 7.9% Processing fees apply Parent Loans
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Federal Work Study Institutional Job programs Opportunity to connect with college Many benefits Student Employment
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Complete the FAFSA on-line Apply for PIN number (student and parent) For 2012-2013, FAFSA no earlier than January 1, 2012 Application deadlines/priority dates Use estimated figures if necessary BUT be sure to update information after taxes are completed Apply every year Apply for Financial Aid
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Electronic signature for FAFSA Loan application signature Research aid database (NSLDS) Protect your number PIN Number
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PIN Registration
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Built-in edits Skip-logic allows to skip unnecessary questions Timely submission On-line help with questions Check application status on-line Simplified future application Why File On Line
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www.fafsa.ed.gov FAFSA on the Web (FOTW)
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www.fafsa.gov FAFSA on the Web (FOTW)
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The status message on this page indicates early Title IV eligibility for the student based on their valid Social Security Number, citizenship status, and drug convictions.
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Error messages are shown in a RED box at the top of the page and lists multiple errors at one time. The error graphic is also shown next to each question that will need to be answered or corrected.
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Pages that contain only parental questions are now PURPLE. Basic demographic information for the parents is collected on the Parent Demographic Information page.
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If the student’s parent is single, divorced, or widowed, the student will only see questions for the one parent. The Virtual Keyboard icon is present for the parent’s Social Security Number and Date of Birth.
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New this year At least 2 weeks after Complete federal taxes IRS Data Retrieval Tool Voluntary Could reduce docs requested by Financial Aid Office How it works
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The confirmation number will contain the student’s randomly generated identification number. This will replace the student’s current confirmation number which is composed of their Social Security Number and first two letters of their last name.
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On line tool Helps families prepare financially for college Asks for data needed for FAFSA Estimates Pell Grant eligibility www.FAFSA4caster.ed.gov www.FAFSA4caster.ed.gov
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Early Results
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Evaluate Financial Aid Offers Family Collects Information Fill Out FAFSA4caster Receive Financial Aid Award Letter Review Student Aid Report Complete FAFSA online
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January Apply for PIN Research Private Scholarships February Complete FAFSA March Financial Aid award packages mailed April Compare Award Notices May Make College Choice Financial Aid Timeline
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Cannot be reported on FAFSA Contact financial aid office(s) Examples of special circumstances Change in employment status Medical bills not covered by insurance Change in parent’s marital status Unusual dependent care expenses Student is unable to obtain parental information due to incarceration, abusive situation or no relationship with parents Special Circumstances
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College Savings Plans (529) New York Saves Time Payment Plans Offered by Colleges Less expensive than borrowing Other Payment Options
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https://uii.nysaves.s.upromise.com/ New York Saves (529 Plan)
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Federal American Opportunity Credit Up to $2500 Life-long Learning Credit Up to $2000 State Use Tax Credits
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Post 9/11 GI Bill Transfer to Dependents Yellow Ribbon Program
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Borrowing for College Investment in their future What is a loan Don’t over borrow Credit cards Use and misuse Building good credit Bank Account Direct Deposit Career Services Earnings vs debt repayment Money Management
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www.pin.ed.gov www.fafsa.gov www.hesc.com www.finaid.org www.oswego.edu/financial Helpful Web Sites
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www. hesc.com
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www.finaid.org Financial Aid Website
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www.oswego.edu/financial College Website
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Save for College Search for Scholarships Apply for Aid PIN FAFSA Be aware of deadlines Special Circumstances Less expensive school/commute? Tuition installment plans Consider Parent loans Tax credits Summary
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It is never too early to start the college planning process The more information you have, the easier the process will be for you and the student ReApply for aid each year Watch for FAFSA deadlines Watch for scholarship deadlines Follow up is important
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