College Financial aid night

Thursday Feb 4, 2010
Steller computer lab.

Agenda

Alaska Advantage Representative – 6:30- 7:00 –
Outline of Alaska Advantage program
Explanation of terms loan Grant
Explanation of Alaska Student loans and contracts.

How to evaluate your financial aid package. 7:00 – 7:30
Discussion of total cost to attend college
Explanation of terms,
Compare packages from different colleges.

Small Group discussions led by Karen, Paula, John, AK Advantage rep to give parents more personal help.

Scholarship searches.
Hands on working on sites with students and parents.

College Savings Plans
Prepaid tuition plans,
529 plans

Other topics that may arise