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Equip your counseling team, college advisors, and student-support staff with the tools and training they need to guide students, and their families, through every step of the financial-aid journey. Our one-hour, no-cost webinars combine expert-led instruction, live Q&A, and ready-to-use resources designed for practitioners who work directly with learners.

Why Attend Our Financial Aid Webinars?

• Practitioner Focused: Best practices for counselors, advisors, and community partners

• Actionable Tools: Downloadable slide decks, checklists, and sample workflows you can use immediately

• Live Q&A: Get your specific program questions answered in real time

• On-Demand Access: Recordings and materials available after each session

2025–2026 Webinar Lineup

Intro to Financial Aid
Date: September 23, 2025 • Time: 2–3 PM ET
Description: This webinar provides an overview of the main types of financial aid and financial aid application process, while incorporating a student-centered approach to the terminology and requirements. 

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FAFSA Follow-Up
Date: February 4, 2026 • Time: 2–3 PM ET
Description: This webinar shares best practices for reviewing the FAFSA Submission Summary (previously called the Student Aid Report), navigating special circumstances, and handling the complexity of verification.

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Financial Aid Offer Review
Date: March 10, 2026 • Time: 2–3 PM ET
Description: This webinar gives you the tools and knowledge to review and compare financial aid offers with students and families for informed decision-making about college.

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Summer Steps for Financial Aid
Date: May 6, 2026 • Time: 2–3 PM ET
Description: This webinar shares best practices for supporting students through summer college affordability activities, like paying the fall bill and planning for indirect expenses.

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