EGCC hosting 2/14 financial aid event

Staff report

YOUNGSTOWN

Eastern Gateway Community College will host the statewide college financial aid event, “College Goal Sunday,” at 2 p.m. Sunday in the classroom building, 101 E. Federal St..

The free event, presented by the Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, assists students and parents with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is the federal application that is required to receive federal financial aid including the federal Pell Grant and student loans as well as the need-based state grants.

Due to the demand expected for assistance in completing the FASFA, families are urged to register for the free event at www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org and clicking on Student Registration. The FAFSA is the key to funding a college education and helping families to overcome financial barriers that otherwise prevent students from attending the institution of their choosing.

Studies show that a student is 50 percent more likely to attend college when they complete the FAFSA. While walk-ins are welcome, registration is encouraged.