In Indiana, October 1st is the first day that high school seniors and returning college students can file FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) up until April 15th. There are several resources out there if you are concerned about completing, have questions, or just want to mark off the FAFSA on your college to-do list! We hope these resources below help!
EVENTS & RESOURCES
FAFSA Completion Event
Saturday, October 6, 2018
Fort Wayne Community Schools is partnering with Purdue Fort Wayne to provide a FAFSA Completion event in Fort Wayne, IN! Get help on your FAFSA and complete it on site, enter to win prizes, visit vendors, and grab some food truck food! The event begins at 10:00 am and will end at 1:30 pm. Located in the parking lot between FACE (Family & Community Engagement Center) and Anthis Career Center.
230 East Douglas Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN
College Goal Sunday
October 28, 2018 & February 24, 2019
At locations across Indiana, financial aid experts will give free FAFSA filing help to students and their families. Visit http://www.collegegoalsunday.org/ for more information and the College Goal location nearest to you.
21st Century Scholars Day at the Indiana Latino Expo
October 13, 2018
Indiana University is holding a 21st Century Scholars Day at the Indiana Latino Expo on Saturday, October 13 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. This event is completely free and is located at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis
1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, In 46205
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Education & Career Coalition
Eric Hoover with 3Rivers Credit Union founded the Education & Career Coalition that is dedicated to bringing resources and help to college students in career pathways, college decisions, and financial wellness. The coalition has built a FAFSA guide to help you though the application. Find the guides in English or Spanish below, or visit your local 3Rivers branch for help. More information is available on the 3Rivers Student Resources page here.
Follow the ECC on Twitter @EricHooverEdu and don’t miss out on new opportunities and announcements!
Feel free to reach out to Questa Education Foundation if you have any questions about financial aid! Call 260-407-6494 or email us at info@questafoundation.org.