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My Approach
As a seasoned educator with over 25 years of experience, I am committed to meeting the individual needs of each student I guide. At Haas College Connections I purposely limit the size of my practice so that I can provide high quality, individualized attention that is intentionally designed to meet the needs of each student. Applying to college can be stressful. Let me help you navigate your college journey and turn what can be an overwhelming task into a positive and empowering experience.
FAQs about Financial Aid
What is Financial Aid?
Simply put, financial aid is money awarded to students to help them (and their families) pay for college. It can come from federal and state governments, colleges, universities, and private sources. It is comprised of the following components: Scholarships and Grants, Loans, and Work-Study. Keep in mind that not every student gets all three of these awards. This is determined by their eligibility.
What is the purpose of the FAFSA?
The purpose of the FAFSA is to determine each student’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC).The student and/or family fills out a form that gathers information from both the student and parent which includes income and assets. Home equity value (house where you live) and retirement funds such as 401K’s & IRA’s (Roth & Traditional) are two assets not considered in the FAFSA formula. The EFC is the minimum amount of money that the federal government expects the family to contribute to the student’s college expenses (Road2College). Beginning in 2024-2025 the EFC will be called the Student Aid Index (SAI).
Why do I need to know my EFC?
The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is the minimum amount of money that the federal government expects the family to contribute to the student’s college expenses (Road2College). It is important for you to know your EFC so that you can plan for future college costs. Most schools do not meet the entire financial need of individual students. The difference between what your need is, and the Financial Aid (FA) you are awarded, will also be a portion of what a family will need to pay.
