STEP into College: “T: Tackle Financial Aid (October)”

Program Type:

Lectures, Workshop

Age Group:

Young Adult, Adult
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on September 25, 2025 @ 12:00pm.
  • This event is for registrants age 14 to Over 18.

Description

Take a peek behind the curtain of the college admissions process and explore how colleges build their freshman class with William Keaton, Director of College Readiness for Yes Prep Schools. 

Seniors will learn about understanding grants, loans, and other types of aid, Can get set to complete FAFSA and TASFA applications step-by-step, and Learn about the CSS Profile. Underclassmen will learn how to gain early awareness of financial aid basics, estimate how much financial aid they qualify for, expectations for paying for college, and start thinking about scholarship preparation and saving.

Families will learn what steps they need to take in applying for Financial Aid, key financial aid terms and vocabulary, and learn strategies to maximize financial aid and scholarships.

This program is for students and parents of students in grades 9 through 12. 

Registration required; register online, in person, or by calling 832-471-5908.

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