Financing College

Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
909869-3700

Your student’s new freedom in college will also require new responsibilities, especially when it comes to managing finances. Simple unpaid parking tickets or a late tuition payment may result in his/her inability to register for classes! Or worse yet, the #1 reason for college students to stop-out or drop-out from school are due to issues of finance.

Money Management Tips

Remember rules and deadlines. Follow all procedures and timetables. For example, many scholarships and aid programs require an annual application.

Establish a budget. Anticipate everything, including additional expenses if your student is living away from home (i.e. toiletries and food). Clearly define what the family is paying for and what will be your student’s responsibility.

Carefully consider credit cards. While credit cards can help your student get through college, they can also be abused.

Be on top of all correspondence. As defined by FERPA, your student may be considered an independent adult college student even though you may pay the registration fees. All University bills and correspondence are sent directly to your student via mail or e-mail. E-mail is an official form of communication for CPP. It is critical that your student be responsible for this information and develops a plan to share this information with you.

Consider part-time employment. On- and off-campus employment offers a great way to earn money, build leadership skills and competencies and get connected with the campus community. However, it is important that your student feels like he/she can handle the added responsibility. Remember, the more time spent working is less time spent studying!

Where can my student learn about available jobs?

The Career Center provides student services that enhance their career, educational and life decision making through job search tools, on-campus career recruitment events, career counseling, resume workshops, mock interviews and much more.

What is a work-study job?

Federal Work Study (FWS) is awarded through the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships and is based on financial eligibility. The FWS program allows students to work at an hourly rate to earn the total amount granted to them through their financial aid award and receive a monthly paycheck.

Resources

Career Center
(909) 869-2344
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Free Application for Student Financial Aid
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US Department of Education
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