Financial Aid Fundamentals
Financial Aid Fundamentals
Learn the basics of the most complex, information-intensive, and important component of the college admissions process.
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About This Course
Financial aid is complex and information intensive, and college counselors must understand this important component of the college admissions process. Topics include history of financial aid; types and sources of financial aid; how to apply for federal, state and institutional aid; eligibility; how aid is determined; and scholarship search services.
Winter 2026 Schedule
Internet access required. No required textbook.
HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.
Internet access required. No required textbook.
HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.
Internet access required. No required textbook.
HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.
This course applies toward the following programs
College Counseling
Gain the skills and credentials to guide high school students through the college admissions process.