Financial Aids and Scholarships

Parents and students are encouraged to log onto Family Connection to see the latest financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Below are some of the more popular sites that you will also find on Family Connection. They can be located by going to "From Your School" to "Resources."

Electronically File the FAFSA Form
This is a direct link to federal FAFSA site

Explore College Savings Plans
Information on federal "529 Savings Plans", California "Scholarshare", and current information on financial aid.

FastWeb's Link to 180,000 Scholarships
On-line survey builds a profile to search the database for
scholarships to match student interests and background.

Black Excel: The College Help Network

Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Gives access to information on hispanic issues, current events, and scholarships.

National Association of Financial Aid Administrators
National source of information and help on financial aid from
the nation's college admissions counselors.

The College Board and CSS Profile Online
Financial aid site includes a calculator to help parents estimate
financial need for college.

Using Federal Resources
Financial aid information and helpful tips from U.S. Government

Sallie Mae College Answer
Information on all aspects of college planning, exploring, applying, financial aid, and scholarships.

Scholarship Search for African-American Students
Lists 350 scholarships, a quarterly newsletter and reference to 143 Historically Black Colleges.