High school seniors can almost taste graduation. It is just a semester away. With graduation on the horizon, thinking about paying for college and making a decision about the field of study are at the forefront of the minds of many students and their parents. A Virtual Financial Aid night, sponsored by the Michigan Department of the Treasury and a ABCC’s of College webinar sponsored by the Blue Water College Access Network could help high schoolers get on the right track.
The Virtual Financial Aid Night will be held every Tuesday and Thursday evening during February from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The sessions will include information about FAFSA, federal and state aid, scholarship searching, and student portal accounts. Sessions are open to the public and registration is required.
The Blue Water College Access Network’s webinar will explain the differences between Associate, Bachelor, Credential, and Certificate Programs. It will also give information about high-demand and high-paying jobs. The webinar is planned for February 4th from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Registration is required.
Links to both programs:
MI Student Aid – Virtual College Financial Aid Nights (michigan.gov)
https://www.bwcan.org/calendar.html
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
