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HESC High School Counselor NewsletterNovember 2009  

Planning Your School's Financial Aid Night

As high school seniors begin their search for college financial aid, HESC is ready to help with an array of free tools including financial aid and FAFSA video podcasts and brochures you can make available at your school and Web site.


Many schools offer college financial aid nights for students and parents to highlight the basics of seeking financial assistance for college. Visit the High School Counselors portal at www.hesc.org for help in planning your event.

Links to resources:

HESC Publications
HESC’s free publications, available in both English and Spanish, explain the various sources of college financial aid available and how to apply. Order a supply to distribute at your financial aid night or to have on-hand in your office:

How You Can Pay For College:
A reference guide describing all types of financial aid.

Let New York's TAP Help You Pay for College (fact sheet)

Applying for Financial Aid (fact sheet)

Financial Aid Video Podcasts

College Comparison Chart

Financial Aid Award Comparison Chart

FAFSA Dos and Don’ts