Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) will be providing a variety of webinars, including an overview of how to apply for all types of financial aid, reviewing financial aid offers, financial aid for non-traditional students, and more!
PHEAA and PA Forward Student Loan Program Webinar Events
Articles related to funding a higher education are in the news almost every day and it can lead even the most knowledgeable of us into information overload. Have you ever wanted to simply ask a few specific questions, yet couldn't find anyone to ask? Maybe you have questions about planning for college, finding the right school, applying for scholarships and for federal and state aid, understanding offer letters, completing loan applications, comparing federal loans to private loans, repaying or refinancing loans after graduation, etc. Join Suzanne Sparrow and Daniel Wray of PHEAA for a wide open, 1-hour Q&A session. Ask your questions in an open forum or privately via the chat. Hope to see you there!
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
The offer letter, or financing plans, that you receive provide an idea of the costs associated with postsecondary education—but they can be confusing, as each school formats their information differently. In this 1-hour webinar, Suzanne Sparrow and Daniel Wray of PHEAA will help you understand and navigate through the types of aid that are listed, what you are being offered, and identify the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions. Q&A interaction is encouraged.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
There are many ways to pay for education and one important step is to search and apply for scholarships. More free money equals less borrowing. This presentation will review the types of options available, along with tips of applying. It will also offer samples of fun scholarship options to get you started. We will then review what to do about the balances that might be left over to make affordable higher education decisions. Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley from PHEAA for an hour of detailed information on this topic.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
I have found the schools I would like to attend, filed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) and State Grant Form, searched for scholarships, researched higher education costs, and calculated the funding gap. I see that education loans are a necessity, but where do I go from here? What loan programs are available? What are the advantages and disadvantage of the various types? Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley of PHEAA for a 1-hour webinar to review the different borrowing options and examine the details associated with each option. The PHEAA loan team will answer your questions as you sort out the information and make decisions that are right for you and your family.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
There are many ways to pay for education and one important step is to search and apply for scholarships. More free money equals less borrowing. This presentation will review the types of options available, along with tips of applying. It will also offer samples of fun scholarship options to get you started. We will then review what to do about the balances that might be left over to make affordable higher education decisions. Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley from PHEAA for an hour of detailed information on this topic.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
I have found the schools I would like to attend, filed the FAFSA and State Grant Form, searched for scholarships, researched higher education costs, and calculated the funding gap. I see that education loans are a necessity, but where do I go from here? What loan programs are available? What are the advantages and disadvantage of the various types? Join Suzanne Sparrow, Daniel Wray, and William McGinley of PHEAA for a 1-hour webinar to review the different borrowing options and examine the details associated with each option. The PHEAA loan team will answer your questions as you sort out the information and make decisions that are right for you and your family.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
The thought of higher education costs can be overwhelming; however, planning and identifying what you can do to help lessen those costs is an important step. It’s never too early or too late to start understanding what those costs are and what is available to help maintain, plan, and help you make affordable decisions. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Student Loan programs for a 1-hour webinar to begin that process and become prepared.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
For most families, borrowing for education is part of the equation and can be confusing as families look for the best options to fit their needs. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of PHEAA for a 1-hour webinar to increase your financial literacy and knowledge on the process of credit, learn how to maintain or improve ratings, and comparison points to help make informed and affordable education borrowing decisions.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
The thought of higher education costs can be overwhelming; however, planning and identifying what you can do to help lessen those costs is an important step. It’s never too early or too late to start understanding what those costs are and what is available to help maintain, plan, and help you make affordable decisions. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Student Loan programs for a 1-hour webinar to begin that process and become prepared.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
The thought of higher education costs can be overwhelming; however, planning and identifying what you can do to help lessen those costs is an important step. It’s never too early or too late to start understanding what those costs are and what is available to help maintain, plan, and help you make affordable decisions. Join Daniel Wray, Suzanne Sparrow, and William McGinley of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Student Loan programs for a 1-hour webinar to begin that process and become prepared.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
This 1-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during, and after your student makes postsecondary decisions. The journey will begin before high school and end in the land of understanding choices. One thing is for certain–it is never too early to start planning for a successful higher education experience. Join Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley, and Daniel Wray of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Loan programs as they guide you along the exciting, and sometimes bumpy, road to planning for an affordable education. Knowing what to expect and to plan for it is the key, as failing to plan is planning to fail!
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
The offer letter, or financing plans, that you receive provide an idea of the costs associated with postsecondary education—but they can be confusing, as each school formats their information differently. In this 1-hour webinar, Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley, and Daniel Wray of PHEAA will help you understand and navigate through the types of aid that are listed, what you are being offered, and identify the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions. Q&A interaction is encouraged.
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
This 1-hour presentation will provide the starting points and web resources for effective research before, during, and after your student makes postsecondary decisions. The journey will begin before high school and end in the land of understanding choices. One thing is for certain–it is never too early to start planning for a successful higher education experience. Join Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley, and Daniel Wray of PHEAA’s PA Forward and Keystone Loan programs as they guide you along the exciting, and sometimes bumpy, road to planning for an affordable education. Knowing what to expect and to plan for it is the key, as failing to plan is planning to fail!
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
The offer letter, or financing plans, that you receive provide an idea of the costs associated with postsecondary education—but they can be confusing, as each school formats their information differently. In this 1-hour webinar, Suzanne Sparrow, William McGinley, and Daniel Wray of PHEAA will help you understand and navigate through the types of aid that are listed, what you are being offered, and identify the balances and next steps needed so you can make knowledgeable and affordable decisions. Q&A interaction is encouraged.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Keystone Student Loan Program Webinar Events
Looking for additional options to offer to your Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia students? Find out more information on PHEAA's Keystone Student Loan Program. Join us for a webinar on Keystone Student Loans to help your students and families unlock a new way to pay for college.
TIME: 2:00-3:00 PM (ET)
Looking for additional options to offer to your Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia students? Find out more information on PHEAA's Keystone Student Loan Program. Join us for a webinar on Keystone Student Loans to help your students and families unlock a new way to pay for college.
TIME: 2:00-3:00 PM (ET)
Looking for additional options to offer to your Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia students? Find out more information on PHEAA's Keystone Student Loan Program. Join us for a webinar on Keystone Student Loans to help your students and families unlock a new way to pay for college.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Looking for additional options to offer to your Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia students? Find out more information on PHEAA's Keystone Student Loan Program. Join us for a webinar on Keystone Student Loans to help your students and families unlock a new way to pay for college.
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Looking for additional options to offer to your Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia students? Find out more information on PHEAA's Keystone Student Loan Program. Join us for a webinar on Keystone Student Loans to help your students and families unlock a new way to pay for college.
TIME: 2:00-3:00 PM (ET)
Financial Aid and FAFSA® Webinars
Representative Liz Hanbidge is pleased to invite parents and students to an overview of the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) process. This event will feature a special guest from PHEAA. This webinar will present information on the financial aid application process, what types of aid are available for students, and strategies to start thinking about affordability before getting ready to apply for postsecondary school admission. The webinar is open to all ages and grades. The presentation is from 6:30-7:30 PM (ET) with the additional time for a Q&A session.
TIME: 6:30-8:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Series with ECYEH
PHEAA and Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH) will collaborate on a webinar series about PA students experiencing homelessness. Join PHEAA and ECYEH representatives as they unpack the meaning of “homelessness” and provide resources to help students navigate life beyond high school.
Many students in foster care or those experiencing homelessness aspire to attend a postsecondary school. Obtaining the resources, support, and funding to enroll in these schools is sometimes an impossible task. This presentation provides an overview of financial aid, available resources, and explains how to navigate the FAFSA for students with special circumstances. This event is hosted by Tiffanie DeVan from PHEAA and Elizabeth Fortuner from ECYEH.
TIME: 6:00-7:15 PM (ET)
Obtaining a postsecondary education is crucial for breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness, and it sets the stage for a healthy, meaningful, and successful life. However, young people experiencing homelessness and those in foster care encounter obstacles entering postsecondary education. This presentation provides attendees with valuable tips and resources to help ease the transition from high school to higher education. This event is hosted by Tiffanie DeVan from PHEAA and a representative from ECYEH.
TIME: 6:00-7:15 PM (ET)
Webinars for Educators
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Other Information You May Find Helpful
PHEAA's Higher Education Access Partners continue to be available to assist students and families with any financial aid questions, including assistance with completing the FAFSA. Please contact the Access Partner that serves your county.
Check out our public Financial Aid Night Help Events and our FAFSA Completion Help Events.