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Financial Aid Fundamentals

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EDUC X 414.89

Learn the basics of the most complex, information-intensive, and important component of the college admissions process.

Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 10 weeks
Units
4.5
Current Formats
Online
Cost
Starting at $890.00

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What you can learn.

Explore advising issues related to financial aid
Identify the link between college cost and selection
Understand the theories and principles of the financial aid system
Learn the range of financial aid options available
Develop scholarship search strategies
Discuss effective ways to complete the financial aid application process

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

Date
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Instructor:
REG#
405951
Fee:
$890.00
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Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Instructor:
REG#
405952
Fee:
$890.00
Onlineformat icon
Updating...
Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026
-
This section has no set meeting times.
Instructor:
REG#
405953
Fee:
$890.00
Onlineformat icon
Updating...
Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

HECA and IECA members, email onlineccc@uclaextension.edu to receive a discount code.

Deadline
Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026

This course applies toward the following programs

college counselor advising a student

College Counseling

certificate
certificate Gain the skills and credentials to guide high school students through the college admissions process.

Gain the skills and credentials to guide high school students through the college admissions process.