Help with Education Loans

Undoubtedly, higher education affords students the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Intelligent young men and women should not be hindered in their educational pursuits because of financial difficulties.

An abundance of state and federal grant and loan programs are available to help students from all walks of life finance their education. In order to be considered for federal programs, students must complete the U.S. Department of Education’s Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA). To do so, they may visit www.fafsa.ed.gov, or contact their school’s guidance counselor.

Additionally, students should contact the financial aid office at the various schools they consider attending. The financial aid administrator can tell them about student financial aid available from their state, the school itself, and other possible sources.

Student aid information may also be available from foundations, religious organizations, community organizations, and civic groups, as well as organizations related to various fields of interest such as the American Medical Association or the American Bar Association. Students can also check with their parents’ employers or unions to see if they award scholarships or have tuition payment plans.

The key is to be determined and diligent in your search for financial aid opportunities. The following links should provide helpful information about sources of funding.

FAFSA
The application required to apply for federal financial aid. Includes information about deadlines and provides links to complete the form online.


Studentaid.ed.gov
Federal student aid information for parents, counselors, and students of all ages.


Ed.gov
The official website of the U.S. Department of Education


KHEAA
The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) provides useful information about college financial aid for students, parents, financial aid administrators and high school guidance counselors.


KHESLC
Kentucky Higher Education Student Loan Corporation (also known as The Student Loan People), offers low-cost student loans in Kentucky and provides $3 million annually for student awards for the CAP Grant, Kentucky Tuition Grant, and other KHEAA student aid programs for Kentucky students.