Q. & A. Financial Aid There are a number of state, federal (see list) and in some cases, private, programs or scholarships offering financial aid to students. The first thing you ee to do, however, is sub- mit the proper forms. If you have questions not answered here, conse either Max Lind- say (Ext. 200) or Aggie Fergu. son (Ext. 229) at Alpena Onn munity College (356-9021). Q. Can I still get financial aid for the fall semester? A. Yes, but act soon! The first step is to pick up the appropriate forms from Campus Security number and your fami- ly’s 1988 income tax return information to complete the forms. About four weeks after submitting the form to the address given, you'll receive a report. When you provide that information to Lindsay, he'll determine if you are eligible and for what amount. ei There’s not eee time ace al sto August 28. Can I get credi until the financial aid comes through? A. Sorry, no. You must pay your tuition and fees in order to begin classes. You'll be reim- bursed when the financial aid arrives. Q. Are all financial aid programs based on need? A. No. Some types of academ- ic or general scholarships are based on merit alone. But you must indicate your interest in being considered on the finan- cial aid st mn of "your apples tion for edn mission to ACC. (Most scholarships for fall are led earlier in the year, however.) If you are a veteran or serviceperson, their spouse, dependent or survivor, you may be StEbE for educational bene- fits. There are a vale of °Michigan ne Bes ‘Alpena Community College Update - August 1989 + Page 3 a once jon £0) gent ais Fes tact ACC Veteran’s Coordina- tor, Richard Counsellor, for more information (Van Lare Hall 101; 356-9021, Ext. 277). Q. If I receive ancial aid this year, do I have to apply again next year? . Yes. You must submit the Hons there are cademic progress” eich must be met and “maxi- mum time fram for completing your course study. These lained ii the financial aid section of ae current ACC Catalog. You can pick up a copy at Campus Ser- ). AL some Droprams: are available. for ae WANTED: 40 laid-off workers to receive free training If you are laid off and inter- ested in free, short-term train- mu back to pment, oe at Alpena Community Colle; He’s looking for! 40 unemploy- ed Northeast Michigan resi- me who a qualify for Michi- Job Opportunity ine re Ealing PMJOB: S). ing programs of 16 vee ae Visit Room 1 Besser Tecmnies! scout i Ganimasiity College ae sob Development or ig an Phone: 356-9021 less are available in such oe as corrections, welding perhaps some other Cee aOR: al area in which a personally - tailored program can be arranged. With an ACCent on jobs, Bill works within the college’s Cen- ter for Economic and Human Resource Development. He encourages unemployed men and women to call him about this free training opportunity. Eligibility requirements are defined by the state program, and if you qualify, the entire ill Hood Job Development Specialist 56-9021, Ext. 214 cost of tuition, books and fees is covered. Several options exist for learning a new, marketable skill, including traditional classroom and hands-on lab instruction, internships or Con- tracting with Business and Industry, which combine class- room and worksite experience. Even if you find that you're ineligible for the MJOBS prog- ram, your contact with ACC May develop into another opportunity. If skills for a new line of work are needed, you can spend some time with the Career Planning and Placement Office staff to zero in on your. area of interest and learn more about ACO’s programs and services. You can join those who have discovered that Boe, is a great place to start again' e” requirements e Here's how to tructor’s permissi September 5-8, 11-13