Studying Abroad with Financial Aid: A Simple Guide

Thinking about studying abroad with Projects Abroad? Great! You might be able to use your existing financial aid to help cover the costs.

Here's a breakdown of the steps involved:

Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application from studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.

This is required to get federal financial aid.

Once you've submitted your FAFSA, schedule a meeting with your school's financial aid office.

Before your meeting, estimate the total cost of your Projects Abroad program, including:

At the meeting, ask the financial aid officer these questions:

Your financial aid officer will fill out part of the Projects Abroad form, listing your aid details and payment (disbursement) dates.

They may send this form directly to Projects Abroad or give it back to you.

You'll need to complete the rest of the form and return it to your Projects Abroad admissions advisor.

Projects Abroad will review your financial aid form and update your program balance.

If there's any outstanding amount, you'll need to pay it by the admissions deadline.

Don't forget to pay your program deposit before the deadline to secure your spot. This deposit goes towards the overall cost of your program.

Financial aid is often paid out (disbursed) after the program start date, so you might be abroad already.

Keep track of when you receive your disbursement and use it to pay your program fees.

If your school needs verification of enrollment to release your aid, contact your Projects Abroad program coordinator for the necessary documents.

Remember:

Start planning for financial aid early.
Contact your school's financial aid office for specific details and requirements.
Keep track of deadlines and disbursement dates.

Do you dream of combining your studies with travel and cultural immersion? Look no further than Projects Abroad's unique Study Abroad programs!

Earn academic credit while living and learning in Costa Rica for between 4 to 15 weeks.

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