Curious about financial aid? We know it can be really confusing! There are many ways to fund your education. Read through our Financial Aid FAQ below to get a better understanding.
Remember, you can always reach out to our Financial Aid department with any questions at 877-SAY-JEAN!
Is financial aid available?
Yes, financial aid is available to those who qualify.
What are the different types of financial aid?
- Federal Student Aid – Federal Pell Grant, Stafford Loans, Parent PLUS
- Private Alternative Loans
- Institutional Payment Plans
- Grant or Scholarship AID
What is the FAFSA?
FAFSA stands for Free Application for Federal Student AID. To apply for federal student aid, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
What will I need to fill out the FAFSA?
To complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will need:
- Your Social Security Number
- Your Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
- Your most recent federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned. (Note: You may be able to transfer your federal tax return information into your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.)
- Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
- Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
- An FSA ID to sign electronically.
- If you are a dependent student, then you will also need most of the above information for your parent(s).
What should I do if I want to apply for financial aid?
- Get your FSA ID today – 10 minutes www.fsaid.ed.gov (see next question for an explanation of this)
- Complete your FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov
- Be sure to enter Jean Madeline Aveda Institute’s school code on the FAFSA (9026161)
- Complete your Stafford Master Promissory Note (30 minutes) www.studentloans.gov
- Complete your Stafford Entrance Counseling (30 minutes) www.studentloans.gov
- Set an appointment with our Financial Aid Office – Call 877-SAY-JEAN
For more information, check out these useful resources and links.
What is a FSA ID, and will I need it to complete the FAFSA?
The FSA ID allows students and parents to identify themselves electronically to access FSA Web sites. An FSA ID is made up of a username and password and can be used to log into FAFSA on the Web.
While you are not required to have an FSA ID to complete and submit a FAFSA on the Web application, it is the fastest way to sign your application and have it processed. It is also the only way to access or correct your information online, or to pre-fill a FAFSA on the Web application with information from your previous year’s FAFSA.
If you do not already have an FSA ID, you can create an FSA ID.
