Time to Apply for College Financial Aid

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 27, 2010

CONTACT: ADAM CIRUCCI     
PHONE: 610-692-2112     
acirucci@pasenate.com

WEST CHESTER (January 27) – State Senator Andy Dinniman announced the beginning of the financial aid application season for the 2010-11 academic year.

“In today’s economic environment, it is more important than ever for families to apply for student aid to help with the costs of higher education,” Dinniman said. “I urge prospective students and their parents to contact my office for information about available educational financing options and to be sure to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible.”

The FAFSA determines eligibility for federal grants, the need-based Pennsylvania State Grant, many scholarships, reduced-cost federal student loans and work-study programs.

Applications are available at Senator Dinniman’s West Chester District Office, but individuals are encouraged to apply online at www.PHEAA.org/FAFSA or www.fafsa.ed.gov for expedited processing. To complete the application, applicants will need information found on their 2009 tax returns.

The deadline for state aid is May 1, 2010, but students should contact the schools they are interested in attending because many have earlier financial aid deadlines.

Returning students who have previously submitted a FAFSA will be notified by the federal government by e-mail or post mail when their 2010-11 Renewal Application is available.

“I strongly recommend that you apply early since some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis,” Dinniman said.

For more information contact Senator Dinniman’s district office at (610) 692-2112, or e-mail acirucci@pasenate.com.

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