Planning for college? The Averill Park Counseling Center invites students and families to a Virtual Financial Aid Program on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 7 p.m.
Alicia Furlong, assistant director of financial aid at Siena College, will present an overview of the financial aid process, share important updates about the FAFSA, and answer questions from families. This session is a great opportunity to learn about applying for financial aid and understanding the options that make college more affordable.
- Join online: meet.google.com/gpq-dwjv-bfk
To build on what you learn, students and families can also take part in the NYS FAFSA Ready Training offered by the Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) throughout October. These live and recorded sessions provide step-by-step guidance on completing the FAFSA and New York State financial aid applications, handling special circumstances, and discovering alternate pathways to financial aid.
Upcoming FAFSA Ready Training Sessions:
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How to Help Students with Special Circumstances – Tuesday, Oct. 14, 9–10 a.m.
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NYS FAFSA Completion Initiative – Tuesday, Oct. 14, 3–4 p.m.
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NYS TAP Application: How to Complete it and Resolve Common Errors – Wednesday, Oct. 15, 10–11 a.m.
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Alternate Pathways to NYS Financial Aid – Friday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Don’t miss these opportunities to get FAFSA ready and ensure your student has access to the financial aid needed for college success.

