Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) will be providing a variety of webinars, including an overview of how to apply for all types of financial aid, reviewing financial aid offers, financial aid for non-traditional students, and more!
PHEAA and PA Forward Student Loan Program Webinar Events
There are many ways to pay for education; one important step is to search and apply for scholarships. More free money equals less borrowing. Join Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) for a 1-hour presentation to review the available scholarship options and tips on applying. We’ll then review what to do about possible remaining balances to make affordable higher education decisions.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Follow Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA as they guide you along the exciting (and sometimes bumpy) road to an affordable higher education. The journey will begin before high school and end in the land of education loan repayment—or maybe even education loan forgiveness. One thing is for certain: it’s never too early to start preparing for a successful higher education experience. This 1-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during, and after your student makes postsecondary decisions. Knowing what to expect, and planning for it, is the key. Failing to plan, is planning to fail!
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Join Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA and special guest Ryan Buxton of the Pennsylvania Treasury to learn how to plan for financial success using a 529 plan as you seek a postsecondary education. This webinar will cover best practices such as seeking grants and scholarships first, the primary methods of keeping school-related debt to a minimum, additional resources such as school-based tuition payment plans and using private education loans as a last resort. You won’t want to miss out on this informative session!
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
Follow Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA as they guide you along the exciting (and sometimes bumpy) road to an affordable higher education. The journey will begin before high school and end in the land of education loan repayment—or maybe even education loan forgiveness. One thing is for certain: it’s never too early to start preparing for a successful higher education experience. This 1-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during, and after your student makes postsecondary decisions. Knowing what to expect, and planning for it, is the key. Failing to plan, is planning to fail!
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
There are many ways to pay for education; one important step is to search and apply for scholarships. More free money equals less borrowing. Join Linda Pacewicz and Daniel Wray from PHEAA for a 1-hour presentation to review the available scholarship options and tips on applying. We’ll then review what to do about possible remaining balances to make affordable higher education decisions.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
I’ve done everything right: found the perfect school, made it through the admissions process, filed my FAFSA and State Grant Forms, applied for scholarships, researched higher education costs, and calculated my funding gap. Now that I can see a student loan is necessary, where do I go from here? What loan programs are available? What are the advantages and disadvantages of the various types? Join financial aid experts Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA for a 1-hour webinar to review the different borrowing options and examine the details associated with each option. Linda and Dan will answer your questions as you sort out the information and make the right decisions for you and your family.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Join Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA for this fun and informative webinar to learn how to use online tools to plan for financial success as you seek a postsecondary education. This webinar also emphasizes best practices such as seeking grants and scholarships first, covers the primary methods of keeping school-related debt to a minimum, reminds families about additional resources such as payment plans, and touches on using private education loans as a last resort.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
I’ve done everything right: found the perfect school, made it through the admissions process, filed my FAFSA and State Grant Forms, applied for scholarships, researched higher education costs, and calculated my funding gap. Now that I can see a student loan is necessary, where do I go from here? What loan programs are available? What are the advantages and disadvantages of the various types? Join financial aid experts Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA for a 1-hour webinar to review the different borrowing options and examine the details associated with each option. Linda and Dan will answer your questions as you sort out the information and make the right decisions for you and your family.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
Join Linda Pacewicz and Dan Wray of PHEAA for this fun and informative webinar to learn how to use online tools to plan for financial success as you seek a postsecondary education. This webinar also emphasizes best practices such as seeking grants and scholarships first, covers the primary methods of keeping school-related debt to a minimum, reminds families about additional resources such as payment plans, and touches on using private education loans as a last resort.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Financial Aid and FAFSA® Webinars
State Representative Joe Emrick is pleased to invite parents and students to this important Financial Aid informational seminar for students who want to pursue a higher education. This event will feature a special guest speaker from PHEAA and will provide an overview of the new and changing process to apply for financial aid beginning with the 2024-25 academic year. The seminar is open to all ages and grades.
TIME: 6:30-8:00 PM (ET)
LOCATION:
Freedom High School
Auditorium
3149 Chester Avenue
Bethlehem, PA 18020
484-544-0146
No registration required
The cost of a postsecondary education can add up quickly for students and families. Thankfully, there is funding to help cover those expenses. Join us as we share tips to help students successfully search and apply for scholarships. After attending this webinar, students will understand the different types of scholarships, resources for finding scholarships, and tools to help increase their chances of earning them.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
You will need an FSA ID to fill out and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Join us to learn more about the FSA ID, who should create an FSA ID account, when you should make an FSA ID, and what will be needed to create one.
TIME: 6:00-6:30 PM (ET)
PHEAA Access Partners Amy Sawdey and Amy Sloan will present information on the financial aid application process, what types of aid are available for students, and strategies to start considering affordability before applying for postsecondary school admission. Time will be built into the presentation to allow you to ask questions regarding the financial aid process.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
PHEAA Access Partners will present an overview of the 2023-24 FAFSA process to guide students and families through a step-by-step process of filing the FAFSA and PA State Grant applications.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
PHEAA Access Partners Amy Sawdey and Wendy Dunlap will present information on the steps students should take after completing the FAFSA. They will discuss the financial aid process, strategies to review and understand financial aid offers from colleges, and how to compare different types of aid.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
PHEAA Access Partners will present an overview of the 2023–24 FAFSA process to guide students and families through a step-by-step process of filing the FAFSA and PA State Grant applications.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
PHEAA Access Partners will present an overview of the 2023–24 FAFSA process to guide students and families through a step-by-step process of filing the FAFSA and PA State Grant applications.
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
Webinars for Educators
A postsecondary education can be a great investment in a student’s future; however, understanding which colleges are affordable can be a real struggle for most families and prospective college students. Join us as we provide a variety of tools and resources that you can share with students and families to help with these important discussions and decisions.
TIME: 9:00-10:00 AM (ET)
Big changes are coming to the 2024-25 FAFSA! Join us as we introduce you to new terminology and provide an overview of what the 2024-25 online FAFSA experience will be like for students and families.
TIME: 9:00-10:00 AM (ET)
Students receive a financial aid offer from each school where they sent their FAFSA information and were accepted at; however, comparing offers isn’t always easy. To help students make better financial decisions, we need to educate them on key concepts such as the differences between direct and indirect costs, help them understand what gift aid is and what a loan is, and evaluate costs not only for 1 year but for the length of their entire degree. We will discuss how to help students understand their financial aid offers, how to find a financial fit, and share tips on how to have these discussions with students and parents.
TIME: 9:00-10:00 AM (ET)
Join us as we provide an update on financial aid opportunities in Pennsylvania. Get acquainted with GrantUs, PHEAA’s endeavor to streamline application processes for students and families, modernize award processing, and centralize PHEAA systems used for program administration.
TIME: 9:00-10:00 AM (ET)
Webinars
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Other Information You May Find Helpful
PHEAA's Higher Education Access Partners continue to be available to assist students and families with any financial aid questions, including assistance with completing the FAFSA. Please contact the Access Partner that serves your county.