STATEHOUSE (Oct. 29, 2020) — State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) encourages Lake County high school seniors and families to attend 1 of 2 workshops in November to learn more about financial aid options for students pursuing college.
According to Aylesworth, INvestEd is offering free guidance on completing and submitting the 2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid form. To be eligible for state and federal financial aid, students must fill out the FAFSA for universities and colleges to determine which students can receive assistance and determine the amount of aid. The first workshop begins at 4 p.m. on Nov. 5 at Crown Point High School, and the second workshop begins at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 17 at Lake Central High School. Aylesworth said families should bring tax and income documents of both the parents and students.
"Preparing for college is an exciting time for seniors and their families, but it can also be stressful navigating the financial aid process," Aylesworth said. "INvestEd is a great resource that helps Hoosiers learn about their payment options and how to apply."
At the first workshop, INvestEd will be available to assist students and families with filling out and submitting the FAFSA. The second workshop will help student and families complete the FAFSA and answer any financial aid questions. Aylesworth said INvestEd, an Indiana nonprofit, has been helping families for 40 years understand post-secondary education costs and find ways to pay for college.
Families anywhere in Indiana can speak to an INvestEd expert about questions they have while completing the FAFSA application by calling 317-715-9007. To learn more about INvestEd's work or access free resources and counseling, visit investedindiana.org/literacy.
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State Rep. Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) represents House District 11,
which includes portions of Lake and Porter counties.
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