WEBINAR: Paying for College 101: Navigating FAFSA®, Scholarships & Loans

Описание: Confused about how to pay for college? You're not alone.

In this webinar, experts from Ascent Funding and SAFE Credit Union break down everything you need to know about financial aid — from completing the FAFSA to finding scholarships, understanding work study, and knowing when private loans make sense.

Whether you're a student just starting the process or a parent trying to reduce student debt, this session offers actionable advice to help you confidently navigate college funding.

📢 MEET THE PANEL:
Savannah Brown – Event Host, Community Development Specialist at SAFE Credit Union
Kumba McGill – Relationship Manager at Ascent Funding
Erin Annis – School Support Coordinator at Ascent Funding (16+ years in higher education)

⏱️ CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Welcome & our panelists
6:05 – What's financial aid & why it matters
7:40 – Types of financial aid
10:05 – Who is eligible & how do I stay eligible
11:10 – How to complete the FAFSA
17:00 – Important due dates & deadlines
19:35 – Scholarships & grants
23:40 – Work study program
29:05 – Student loans: Federal vs. Private
34:50 – Q&A
52:50 – Final takeaways

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The FAFSA is FREE — never pay to complete it
Complete the FAFSA even if you don't think you'll qualify
Don't forget your FSA ID — it's your electronic signature
Start with your school's scholarship search engines (they're vetted for scams)
Never give your Social Security number on a scholarship application
Maximize free aid (grants & scholarships) before considering loans

🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
FAFSA Application: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-ai...
Federal Student Aid Info: https://studentaid.gov
Ascent Funding: https://www.ascentfunding.com
Ascent Scholarships (no essay): https://www.ascentfunding.com/scholar...
SAFE Credit Union: https://www.safecu.org

📧 Questions? Email: [email protected] (Subject: Paying for College 101)

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