College Connect is hosting a FAFSA/financial aid workshop on Saturday, Oct. 28 that will allow students and parents to begin the application process. Students and parents who are planning to attend are encouraged to review the workshop checklist ahead of time to ensure they have all the necessary documents to begin the financial aid process. The checklist can be viewed here.

The workshop is free; registration is encouraged. Bilingual representatives will be available to assist Spanish-speakers with the application process (apoyo bilingüe disponible). One-on-one sessions will be available immediately following the workshop and college representatives will be available for meet and greets.

Visit www.CollegeConnectTempe.org or call 480-858-7890 to register.

Workshop info

Saturday, Oct. 28, 10:00 a.m. to Noon. Registration begins at 9:30 AM.

Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Rd.

Topics: FAFSA application process, financial aid, what to expect moving forward

About College Connect

College Connect is a partnership with the City of Tempe and several  local and in-state colleges to connect students and parents to resources. Students can take part in year-round workshops, one-on-one meetings, College Chats with advisors and small group sessions with college representatives from across the state. Partners include: Tempe Union High School District, Tempe Elementary School District, ASU, Grand Canyon University, Mesa Community College, Northern Arizona University, Rio Salado College, South Mountain Community College,  University of Advancing Technology and University of Arizona. The community-based program has been specifically designed to assist young people in fulfilling their dreams of a post-secondary education. For more information, visit www.CollegeConnectTempe.org or call 480.858.7890.