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Financial Aid

 
 
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
The FAFSA will be available in the month of January (perhaps late December). 
To read some of the changes in the FAFSA, view the FAFSA Sheet.
 
 
What you Need to Complete the FAFSA:
Complete the FAFSA at StudenAid.gov
        Step 1: Learn About and Request a FSA ID
        Step 2: Complete the FAFSA application HERE 
 
 
Need One-on-One Help Completing the FAFSA?
Contact the Education Opportunity Center at Midlands Tech to schedule a free one-on-one appointment to get assistance completing the FAFSA
 
 
 
Federal Student Aid - Click here to learn all about Financial Aid and the FAFSA. You can learn how to apply, when to apply, what to expect, and much more.
 
 
 
The Standout College Prep website has step-by-step directions to complete each section of the FAFSA. 
 
 
 

The College Funding Center of SC will be starting Financial Aid 101 webinars in September.  These webinars are potentially helpful for parents with seniors.  Mr. Mendenall, the financial advisor, will cover completing the FAFSA in this webinar.

upcoming workshops/webinars on the following dates

 

How to Plan and Pay for College 101 Webinar Schedule (click on the date to register):

 

REGISTER FOR ANY WEBINAR AT : https://cfcsc.com/upcoming-webinars                                                  


What Will You Learn in the Webinars?

- How to qualify to be entered into a drawing for $1,000 Scholarship

- The Importance of Completing the FAFSA, Regardless of How Much Money You Make!!!!

- The Changes in Financial Aid and the FAFSA

- How the Rules have Changed In Favor of Small Business Owners!

- Critical Information You Haven’t Heard About Financial Aid and How the Process Really Works!

- How Your Family’s EFC (Expected Family Contribution) is Calculated and if it can be Lowered

- How to Properly Complete the New FAFSA and Avoid Common Mistakes that Cost You Money!!!

- How to Effectively Appeal College Award Letters—You May Not Have to Accept the Initial Offer!

- How to Handle Unique Situations (Divorce, Guardianship, etc.)

- The “Nuts and Bolts” of Need and Merit-Based Financial Aid

- Powerful Cash Flow Secrets that Can Make Paying for College Painless!!!

- And Much More…...



Additional Information

The workshop is free, but you need to register for it. Each session will only allow 100 attendees.
For more information, contact:
Laurie Stevenson, Office Manager
The College Funding Center of SC
127 Library Hill Lane Suite A
Lexington, SC 29072
803-798-0390
FAFSA Workshops (virtual) at Midlands Technical College (more info to come)
Attend a FREE FAFSA workshop. The Educational Opportunity Center will assist you with your financial aid needs! Questions? Call 803.822.3749
You can receive help with:
  • FAFSA Submission
  • FAFSA Corrections
  • Student Loan Entrance Counseling
  • Master Promissory Note (MPN)
What should I bring?
  • FSA ID Username/Password
  • Federal tax info for self/spouse if married (and parents, if dependent)
  • Picture ID
  • Social Security Card