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The college admission process includes planning the financing of post secondary education.  The cost of college tuition has risen astronomically in comparison with any other major product or service. Tuition costs have risen four times faster than the overall inflation rate.

There are many types of financial assistance available to students, and our goal is to keep students and families aware of all opportunities for help.  Scholarships are one form of financial aid along with grants (no repayment), loans (must be re-paid) and work-study programs. 

In order to qualify for loans, grants, and work study, all college applicants must file a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Assistance) This is a requirement for grants, loans and work study no matter the applicant’s income level. (www.fafsa.gov)

The College Center notifies seniors by email of scholarship information that is received by NDB.

In order to remain apprised of the enormous number of scholarships offered by private industry, foundations, service organizations and other sources, students should open an account at www.fastweb.com. This online service offers the most comprehensive listing of scholarships offered nationally.

College and universities have their own funding sources. Students are advised to open an account at www.meritaid.com. This website has an extremely comprehensive listing of financial aid programs offered by universities and colleges across the country.

In addition, the College Counselor sponsors an evening program entitled “Paying for College“ and the Tri-School program also sponsors similar opportunities at Serra and Mercy  for parents.