Financial Aid Fundamentals

EDUC X 414.89

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

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Fall
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Starting at $840.00
As few as 10 weeks
4.5
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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.

Fall 2024 Schedule

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Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Nicole Korgie Jackson
399756
Fee:
$840.00
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Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

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

Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 27, 2024
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Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Francisca Marquez
399790
Fee:
$840.00
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Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

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

Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 27, 2024
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens July 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Thalassa Naylor
399791
Fee:
$840.00
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Updating...
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Notes

Internet access required. No required textbook.

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

Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 27, 2024

Contact Us

Speak to a program representative. Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm.
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

College Counseling
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