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In an effort to provide resources for those seeking financial aid for college, Fort Bend County Libraries' Mission Bend Branch Library will be hosting a workshop entitled "College Series: Understanding College Financial Aid" on Saturday, November 9.

With the escalating costs of higher education, seeking financial aid can be a daunting task. This free workshop aims to alleviate some of the stress associated with this process, providing useful insights and guidelines to students and parents alike.

Held in the library's Computer Lab from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, attendees will get the opportunity to glean valuable knowledge from William Keaton, Director of College Readiness at Yes Prep Public Schools. Keaton will explore different types of college financial-aid applications, giving participants a better understanding of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA), and the College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile.

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The library encourages college-bound students and their parents, as well as individuals returning to college after a break, to participate in this enlightening workshop. Concluding the College Series, a program on "Scholarships" will be held on Saturday, December 21, where Keaton will discuss third-party scholarships and provide assistance with completing financial-aid applications and the FAFSA.

Although the workshops are free and open to the public, space is limited. The library encourages interested individuals to register in advance through its website at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us, by phone at 832-471-5900, or by visiting the library in person.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.

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