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Starting your college journey can be quite an adventure. Choosing & applying to college requires time, commitment, and assessment of your goals.
Remember we are here to advise & support you, but YOU are the person responsible for successful completion of this process.
Stay focused by keeping your records in one folder and periodically review your college calendar.
Check your application status to ensure that colleges have received all required documents including the records from your country with the English translation in support of your application.
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College Office Newsletter 2024-2025
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
For help with filling out the FAFSA.
The following steps will provide you with information on how to apply for federal and New York State financial aid:
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Collect Documents Parents’ and your income tax returns, Social Security numbers, W-2 form(s), and other records of income and assets. Tax information can be estimated and corrected later if a tax return has not yet been completed.
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Get free information and assistance from school counselor, the Financial Aid Office at the college you plan to attend the U.S. Department of Education or call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).
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TAP - after you finish your FAFSA, New York State residents should also complete the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
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Receive A Student Aid Report (SAR) - after completing your FAFSA. SAR shows the Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
In order to receive an award from individual colleges, each college name/code must be listed on the student's FAFSA application.
ATLAS High School - School Profile 2024-2025 by Ana Vargas