Financial Aid at Beacon College

FINANCIAL AID AT BEACON COLLEGE

MAKING YOUR EDUCATION AFFORDABLE, ACCESSIBLE & ACHIEVABLE

How Do I Apply for Financial Aid? To determine whether you are eligible for financial aid, you must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) . The federal government is the largest provider of financial aid, funding grants, loans and work-study programs. The information you provide on the FAFSA also is used to determine your eligibility for most state-funded and Beacon-funded aid programs. Visit www.fafsa.gov to apply. There’s no need to wait until you are admitted! You can file the FAFSA any time after October 1 , using your income tax information from the previous year’s tax returns. Financial Aid Basics FEDERAL AID PROGRAMS Federal Pell Grants are available to undergraduate students only and they do not have to be repaid. Your eligibility for a Pell Grant is determined by the FAFSA. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are awarded to students with exceptional financial need and are based on Beacon’s allotment of funds, as determined by the federal government. STATE GRANTS Florida State Grants — Florida offers a number of state-funded financial aid programs to qualifying students who meet state residency requirements, including the Florida Resident Access Grant and Bright Futures awards. Criteria vary based on program and include such factors as financial need and academic performance. For details, contact your high school guidance office or Beacon’s Financial Aid Office. Other States — Many states allow students to carry state aid with them to colleges outside of their home state. Check with your high school counselor on what programs might be available and how to file for assistance.

Beacon College is an eligible institution for the Florida Prepaid College Plan program. Accumulated funds may be applied toward expenses at Beacon College. Worth Noting: Financial aid decisions are based on many factors. There is no set income limit to qualify for aid, so be sure to file the FAFSA, even if you don’t think you qualify for aid.

When filing the FAFSA be sure to include Beacon’s FAFSA code: 033733