1. Financial aid

2. How am I paying for college?
Out of Pocket
All at once
Payment Plan
Scholarships
State or Federal Funding

3. Types of State/Federal Funding
Grants
Free money that you do not have to repay
Work Study
Money earned while working a part-time job
- Usually on campus
- Must seek employment on own
Loans (optional)
Borrowed money you must pay back
- Accrues interest and has fees
Funding is determined by your income and availability of funds.

4. How do I apply for State/Federal aid?
FAFSA
Free Application for
Federal Student Aid
WASFA
Washington Application
for State Financial Aid OR
Undocumented
DREAMer
DACA
US Citizen
Eligible Non-Citizen
Only one application is required.

5. Applications are always free!
FAFSA.ED.GOV
READYSETGRAD.WA.GOV/WASFA
You must submit an application for every academic year. Applications for the following academic year open October 1. Be aware of submission deadlines!

6. After fafsa/wasfa submission
FAFSA/WASFA application and all other required documents are reviewed for conflicting information, accuracy, and completion
Check your Financial Aid Portal for any missing documentation you need to submit
- communications will also be sent regarding missing documents
Check with the Financial Aid Office regarding application status
You will receive a letter of ineligibility OR
An award notification (Offer Letter/Award Letter)
- Review awards on your Financial Aid Portal - they are issued for the whole academic year
- Contact the Financial Aid Office if you have questions about your award
Read the Conditions of Award and Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

7. How financial aid awards are calculated
COA $12,500
- EFC $0
Need $12,500
Cost of Attendance (COA)
- Tuition & Fees
- Books and supplies
- Room & Board/Living Expenses
- Transportation
- Personal Expenses related to college
Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
- Generated by FAFSA/WASFA based on income information
Financial Need
COA $12,500
-EFC $11,500
Need $1,000

8. the financial aid portal
Easily view:
Outstanding required documents
Updates to your eligibility
Financial aid award amounts

9. Other tools/resources
Net Price Calculator
(Accessed through college website)

10. Other tools/resources
Shopping Sheet
(generated through financial aid portal)
College Scorecard

11. What other resources can I receive?
Workforce Education Career Training Grants
Certificate/AAS (prof/tech) programs
Scholarships
Outside scholarships
Institutional Scholarships
Veteran’s Benefits
Check out Veteran’s Services

12. Tips Apply early! - Priority deadlines vary from school to school
Check your on regular basis
Talk to an Advisor
Check with the Financial Aid Office before making schedule changes after the start of the quarter
Ask questions

13. Thank you!
North Seattle College
Financial Aid Office