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Merit vs Need Based Aid

Many people assume that all financial aid is based on financial need, but this is not the case, there are two kinds of aid, need-based aid and merit-based aid. Need-based college aid is awarded based on the student and/or family’s financial need. Merit-based college aid refers to the college money that is available based on a student's academic merits and special skills, as well as from the organizations they belong to.

Loans

Loans are one form of financial assistance that students (or their parents) may choose to use to help pay for postsecondary education or training.  Offered by both the federal government and private institutions, loans are money that you borrow to attend college. You must repay your loans with interest. Loans provide students and families with immediate access to funds to help cover the cost of college. There are two types of loans: Federal loans and those offered by private institutions.

Financial Aid Night

Many schools host a Financial Aid Night to share information and resources with parents/guardians and students about the types of aid that are available to help pay for postsecondary education and training, as well as about the financial aid process. 

Federal Financial Aid

Financial aid is money to help pay for college or other postsecondary education or training, such as technical school. Federal financial aid is aid that comes from the U.S. Federal Government and includes grants, loans and work-study. 

FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a form that can be prepared annually by current and prospective college students (undergraduate and graduate) in the United States to determine their eligibility for student financial aid.

Financial Aid Estimated Family Contribution

The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is a measure of your family’s financial strength and is calculated according to a formula established by law. Your family’s taxed and untaxed income, assets, and benefits (such as unemployment or Social Security) are all considered in the formula.

Freshman Orientation

Freshman Orientation is the process of preparing students for high school as they get close to starting their freshman year. The freshman orientation process usually starts with classroom visits during the eighth grade year and often includes a parent-night focused on what to expect in high school, credits and requirements, diploma options, etc.

Fighting

Physical fighting in school is generally against school policy as it is disruptive to the learning process and is dangerous for students, staff and bystanders.  Maintaining a safe school environment is the responsibility of all members of the school community.