Student Financial Aid Resources on the World Wide Web
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| U.S. Department of Education Web Sites |
Federal Student Aid Portal http://studentaid.ed.gov/
This site, provided by the Department of Education, is a must for anyone needing more information about financial aid. Browse through this web site to find out about Federal Student Aid, applying for Federal Student Aid, paying back your student loan, and much more.
If you want to electronically file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will want to visit this web site. Not only can you file your application electronically; you can check the status on an already submitted FAFSA.
National Student Loan Data System Student Access http://www.nslds.ed.gov/
This centralized data system provides personalized access to federal financial aid history.
| The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency |
A full-service student financial aid organization and a national leader in providing affordable and efficient access to higher education.
A public service of PHEAA, this site includes student debt management,
personal finance, graduate school, and career counseling information -
useful advice for students and ex-students!
| Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators |
It's never too early to begin planning for higher education, in fact the earlier you begin planning, the more prepared you will be for making sound financial and career choice decisions. We hope that you find this information helpful as you begin planning for that postsecondary degree.
| National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators |
NASFAA http://www.nasfaa.org/ParentsStudents.asp?Tab=ParentsStudents
Provides information on the financial aid process and directs you to some of the more important and helpful financial aid guidance on the Web, including:
This site is great for new students and parents to help answer general questions related to financial aid, SAT testing, online SAT registration, and searching for the right college.
FinAid is a great page for anyone interested in learning more about financial aid. This web site is very concise and thorough, and includes information on how to apply for aid, loans, scholarships, military aid, financial aid calculators, and much more.
This site is sponsored by a group of guaranty agencies that participate in the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) and are committed to providing information about higher education and career opportunities. This site includes online student loan counseling, how to help pay for school, selecting a school, and planning a career.
National Student Clearinghouse http://www.studentclearinghouse.org/
Students can print out proof-of-enrollment certificates, at no charge, for use with health insurers and other service providers. Student loan borrowers may contact their lenders to find out how to defer their loans while they are on active military duty.
The General Board of Higher education and Ministry for the United Methodist Church (GBHEM) http://www.gbhem.org/site/c.lsKSL3POLvF/b.3475011/k.33E/Loans__Scholarships.htm
The United Methodist Scholarship and Loan Programs are a churchwide educational service providing scholarships and loans to help supplement the financial needs of today's students. Funding for these scholarships and loans are provided through offerings, wills, annuities, and other designated gifts.
Absolutely Scholarships http://absolutelyscholarships.com/
BrokeScholar http://www.brokescholar.com/
CollegeNET http://www.collegenet.com/mach25/
FastWeb! http://www.fastweb.com/
Scholarships.com http://www.scholarships.com/
Scholarship Resource Network http://www.srnexpress.com/
September 11 Scholarship Alliance http://www.scholarships911.org
We recommend these lenders based on the quality of products and services they provide to Albright College's students and families. Although you may select any lender you wish, we encourage you to choose from this list to ensure that you receive excellent benefits and fast processing of your loan funds.
The following are some factors to be considered and compared when selecting a lender:
- Interest rates and terms
- Flexibility of available repayment plans
- Benefits for borrowers who pay on time or make loan payments electronically
- Ability of the lender to service all of a borrower’s loans
- Loan application process technology
- Customer service (hours of operation, knowledgeable staff, excellent problem-resolution service)
- Lender stability
The College Cost Reduction Act of 2007, makes significant changes in the law affecting student loans. These changes (some of which were effective October 1, 2007), may cause lenders to discontinue or reduce borrower benefits they offer of federal student loans, including Federal Stafford Loans. Before selecting a lender, you should contact that lender directly to confirm rates and terms. Loans already approved and disbursed should not be affected.
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