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Beyond the Numbers: What Families Really Want from the Financial Aid Process

School & Student Services by Community Brands

That means transparent eligibility criteria, straightforward timelines, and unambiguous documentation lists. Instead of treating aid as a short‑term transaction, schools should frame it as part of a long‑term relationship: they’re investing in the family’s journey as much as the student’s education.

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Investing in Community Colleges

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Yoshiko Harden While Scott’s investment in historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is well-documented, her contributions to community colleges have not received as much attention. Two of the ongoing initiatives were Hostos’s Research Center and its Mentor/Mentee Jobs on Campus program.

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Ensure Equitable Access to Private School Financial Aid

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Transparent and Accessible Financial Aid Process: Clear Communication: Provide families with clear and concise information about the financial aid process, including deadlines, required documentation, and eligibility criteria. Mentorship Programs: Pair students with mentors who can provide guidance, support, and role models.

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5 Must-Know Tips and Tricks for New Financial Aid Professionals

School & Student Services by Community Brands

Or tried uploading and submitting documents through your financial aid software ? Consider finding a mentor who you trust to ask questions and guide career progression. . Premium School and Student Services (SSS) members get access to their Financial Aid Forum to ask questions and find support. .

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TRIO Day Commemoration!

UofO First-Generation Student Support Blog

ICYMI: TRIO programs are Federal outreach and student services grant programs designed to identify and provide services for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. Know a student who could benefit from our services? Read more about TRIO Day here.

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Advising, Counseling, Mentoring and Teaching Black Males in Secondary and Postsecondary Settings

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Hines Our co-edited book, Black Males in Secondary and Postsecondary Education: Teaching, Mentoring, Advising and Counseling, is one of the most comprehensive textbooks on Black males. The importance of workforce development for non-degree seeking Black male students will be explored. Dr. Erik M. Emerald Publishing Limited.

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Unleashing the Power of empower™ at Southeastern Louisiana University

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Schedule a demo empower ’ s individual student services tracking goes beyond grades and testing, providing insights into financial aid, application status, and other crucial data. Recording notes about our students is now a breeze, ensuring that every counseling session and important detail is documented.