Overview
* The services of GRASP Financial Aid Advisors are FREE.
* GRASP Financial Aid Advisors are in GRASP schools from October through May.
* Sign up for an appointment through the school counseling office or career center at your school.
What are your first steps?
* Download the Student Data Sheet by clicking on the yellow star, complete it and bring it with you to your appointment. You can complete it on your computer before printing it, or your can print it first and complete it by hand.
* If you can not download it, you can obtain a copy from your GRASP Financial Aid Advisor.
* Make an appointment with your GRASP Financial Aid Advisor early in the year.
Consult your GRASP Financial Aid Advisor
* For help with financial choices during the college admissions process
* For help in determining the “right fit” financially when selecting an educational institution
* For options for students with disabilities
* For consideration of career choices
* For assistance with Virginia community college applications
GRASP Financial Aid Counselors also help with...
* Advice on college priority filing dates for financial aid and scholarships
* In-state vs. out-of-state tuition considerations
* Public schools vs. private schools
* How to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
* Where to look for scholarships
* Virginia’s community college dual admission and transfer agreements to four year public and private colleges
* Education benefits for foster care students
Helping today's youth GRASP infinite opportunities
Over 90% of students who saw GRASP Financial Aid Advisors in
one-to-one appointments in 2009-2010 went on to pursue post-secondary educational
opportunities.
“As I was getting ready to apply to college, a GRASP Advisor came to our class and talked to us about how important it is to know about the program. It was not until it came time to apply to college that I realized that hey, I needed to talk to someone about financial aid. GRASP not only helped my parents and me with the Financial Aid form, but also encouraged me to fill out some scholarships. One of them was the Urban League of Greater Richmond, which I was grateful to be awarded. Having GRASP is one of the best things for high school students who are struggling and need help. I believe that every high school should have GRASP.” Majory Maina
GReat Aspirations Scholarship Program, Inc., 4551 Cox Road, Suite 110, Richmond, Virginia 23060 804-527-7726
