A large amount of information about student financial aid is available on the iInternet. To help you find the information you need, we have compiled a list of the most useful external sites. These sites are not managed or maintained by Wayne County Community College District.
Student Aid on the Web
Your source for free information from the U.S. Department of Education on preparing for and funding education beyond high school.
FAFSA on the Web
Apply online for student financial aid or find out more about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at this site. The FAFSA is used to apply for federal student financial aid, including grants, loans and work-study. It also is used by the State of Michigan and Wayne County Community College District to award state and institutional financial aid.
General Information
FinAid
This site serves as a comprehensive resource guide to the world of student financial aid.
ACT Web Site
This site includes special sections for students and parents. Information on how to choose a college, understanding financial aid, and exploring career choices is also provided.
NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete
Loan Information
1. The National Student Clearing House
This site provides student enrollment verification, loan deferment processing and transcript ordering.
2. www.mappingyourfuture.org
This site includes student loan counseling, career exploration and college preparation information.
3. National Student Loan Data System for Students
This government site provides loan and pell grant information. Use this site to review your personal financial aid history.
4. Defaulted Student Loan Information
Information for borrowers regarding available repayment options to avoid the consequences of delinquency and default. Once you enter the site, click "Borrowers" on left panel.
Scholarship Searches
FastWeb
This is the first and largest Web scholarship search engine.
College Quest
This site is provided by Peterson's in association with the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) and it includes a free scholarship search.
State of Michigan Financial Aid Sites
State of Michigan Student Financial Aid
This portion of the State of Michigan web site covers all student financial aid programs available to Michigan students.
Federal Government Sites
PIN Registration Site
A PIN is a unique identifier that lets you access and submit personal information on various U. S. Department of Education web sites. The parents of a dependent student can also apply and receive a PIN that acts as the parent's signature when the student is completing the FAFSA on the Web.
U.S. Department of Education Financial Aid Information
This U.S. Department of Education site covers every stage of the financial aid process.
U.S. Department of Education Student Guide
This comprehensive guide explains each of the federal financial aid programs that are available, including eligibility requirements and application procedures.
U.S. Selective Service System
To be eligible for federal financial aid, male U.S. citizens and male immigrant aliens ages 18 through 25 must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System. You can register for the Selective Service at any U.S. post office or online at this Web site.
AmeriCorps
This national service program allows people of all ages and backgrounds to help pay for their education in exchange for a year of service.
Department of Veteran Affairs
This site provides information on education benefits for veterans and their children.
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