Financial Aid
Slides from September 2025 GAHS Financial Aid Night.
The FAFSA is now available - www.fafsa.gov
Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) 1-800-433-3243 or studentaid.gov email form
Pennsylvania Higher Education Education Assistance (PHEAA) 1-800-692-7392 or granthelp@pheaa.org
Upcoming Financial Aid Webinars
Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
Financial Aid Timeline—Know What To Do When
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Thursday, November 20, 2025
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
Understanding the Offer Letter and Balances
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
TIME: Noon-1:00 PM (ET)
Thursday, December 18, 2025
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM (ET)
Financial Aid 101
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
FAFSA Overview—Line by Line
Wednesday, December 18, 2025
TIME: 6:00-7:00 PM (ET)
Financial Aid Basics
There are many options when it comes to paying for college.
One of the most useful tools for for determining college costs for students/families are NET PRICE Calculators - found directly on college websites - search here. Additionally, this tool can be helpful - https://myintuition.org/.
Research need-based and merit-based aid information.
Students and families should become familiar with the FAFSA and PA State Grant. Some colleges/universities may also require the CSS Profile to be completed.
Additional Resources:
PA Student Aid Guide 2025-2026
Register Here for PHEAA Informational Sessions