Student Financial Wellness: Featuring University of Central Florida, Fordham University, & Butler University

Many just think about applying and getting accepted into their dream schools. There's more to it! Students need to know if they will be covered in terms of financial assistance. Join the University of Central Florida's Alicia Keaton, Fordham University's Dr. Patricia Peek, and Butler University's Lori Greene on the ins and outs of this process.

Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29

Episode introduction for Student Financial Wellness. “I recently read an article in the CE by Alexander Kafka where he states: “The numbers make clear that finances are a major stressor for students and often an obstacle to their health, happiness, and college completion and success.” - 0:46

Introduction of Alicia Keaton from University of Central Florida. - 1:37

Introduction of Patricia Peek from Fordham University. - 3:56

Introduction of Lori Greene from Butler University. - 5:28

“Who should take the lead on managing the financial aid process – the parent or the student?”  - 8:44

“How is it different for a student who is dependent on parental support and for one who has little or no support from family?” - 10:57

“What forms are required to apply for financial aid?  What is the timeline for submitting those forms?” - 15:50

“What is Prior-Prior Year (PPY)?” - 20:40

“If I am 1st generation and attending high school virtually, where can I go for information on how to apply for scholarships?” - 21:36

“If my parents are divorced, who is responsible to help finance my education?” - 25:45

“If my parents are undocumented, but I am a legal resident - can I apply for financial aid?” - 28:42

Nikolai from D100 Radio introduces himself. - 33:21

“Has COVID-19 changed the way colleges calculate Cost of Attendance (COA)? And might this impact a student’s eligibility for financial aid?” - 33:27

“What qualifies as “special circumstances” when it comes to COVID-19?” - 35:56

“What is SwiftStudent?” - 38:18

Dylan from D100 Radio introduces himself. - 40:33

“What does it mean for a college to be need-blind and need-aware?” - 40:36

“If a student describes an unfortunate circumstance (parent loss or family losing a business) on the Common Application COVID-19 section, will financial aid see it?” - 45:04

Biggest mistake students can make. - 51:13

Up next on Talk College to Me. - 54:26

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