How to Pay for College: Online Event

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Teens, Grade 9–12, Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on September 2, 2025 @ 9:00am.
  • A library card is required to register for this event.

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Get insight on how college financial aid works, who is eligible for it, and how to apply for it. Learn who should use the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid, and the difference between state and federal aid programs.

Best for high school seniors and their parents or guardians. Presented by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, a state agency working to make college accessible and affordable for Illinois students.

You will receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email.

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