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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In addition to support services that include financial aid and academic advising, an example of supporting Latinx student success is the CSUSB Impact Internship, developed by the university’s Undocumented Student Success Center. In academic year 2021-22, 45.1% Morales, president of CSUSB.

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Encouraging Private K-12 Transfer Students to Apply for Mid-Year Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Transfer students and their families often face unique financial challenges, especially when transitioning to a new school mid-year. To encourage these students to apply for financial aid, it’s crucial to provide clear and accessible information. Families also desire timely updates on their financial aid status.

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Financial aid, retention, and faculty/staff representation are part of the Seal,” says Dr. Deborah Santiago, co-founder and CEO of Excelencia in Education, who says she is delighted to see institutions with intentional practices actively working toward increasing Latino representation in key positions.

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Must Have Conversations with Your Student Before the First Tuition Payment

CFAA College Financial Aid Advisors

Educational Goals and Expectations: Talk to your student about their academic interests, goals, and expectations for college. Discuss the importance of attending classes, seeking academic support when needed, and maintaining a healthy balance between academics and extracurricular activities.

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An Open Letter to College-Bound Students and Their Parents

Counselors' Corner

Our work with your application for admission may be over, but our help in welcoming you to campus and assisting with a smooth adjustment to your new academic home is never over. If asking for help feels uncomfortable, know that every student feels that way.

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Really Free Money: Strategies for Scholarships

Castleton Trio

If you’re like most college students, your financial aid package is a mixture of loans, grants, work study, and scholarships. No question about it, college financing is confusing; that’s why colleges and universities employ experienced professionals to staff their financial aid offices.

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Learning and Teaching from Adversity: Meet TRIO Star Kontessa Siliski

Castleton Trio

Kontessa found a warm welcome at Castleton’s Academic Support Center (ASC). Through the ASC’s TRIO Tuesdays and Financial Literacy workshops, she learned about college life and financial aid opportunities. Despite her busy schedule, Kontessa has also given back to the ASC.