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Student Choice’s Third Annual Empower U Conference Highlights Emerging Opportunities in Education Finance

Credit Union Student Choice recently hosted its third annual Empower U Summit on Sept. 27 & 28 at the InterContinental Hotel in Chicago, IL. As the only event in the credit union space focused on the increasingly important education finance marketplace, Empower U 2017 featured engaging presentations on a variety of key topics, ranging from analyzing loan performance to economic trends to unmasking student

 

Student Choice unveils new scholarship fund and “Honor Roll” award at Empower U 2017

During its recently held Empower U conference, Credit Union Student Choice honored Chip Filson with the creation of a Scholarship Fund and presented the inaugural “Honor Roll’ Award to BCU.

 

Completing the FAFSA for More Than One Child

If you have more than one child attending college, you'll want to make the most of any financial aid available to you by completing the FAFSA for each student. Learn more from the U.S. Department of Education about completing the FAFSA for more than one child.

 

FAFSA Webinar Recording Now Available

If you missed our recent webinar about completing the FAFSA, don't worry! It's now available to view on demand.

 

FREE Webinar on Completing the FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is one of the most important pieces of the financial aid puzzle for college students and their families. In this webinar, you will learn how to prepare for and complete the FAFSA, as well as what to expect after completing the FAFSA.

 

What Can Your Financial Aid Office Do For You?

Figuring out how you'll pay for college can be complicated, but your financial aid office can help!

 

Making a "Major" Decision

If you're headed to college and are unsure of what major and degree you should pursue, we have some tips to help!

 

Your Credit Score - What It Is and Why It Matters

You’ve probably heard the phrase “credit score,” but you might not know what it is or why it’s important. Here’s a quick overview.

 

FREE Webinar - Understanding Student Loans

When scholarships and grants aren't enough to cover the costs of attending college, it may be necessary to seek out student loans. During this webinar, Student Choice's College Access Counselor will share information about Federal and private student loans, interest rates and terms, how to apply, and how to track your loans.

 

Trump to Cut Fed Aid for College Loans, CUs Have Solution

President Trump is planning massive cuts to programs that have helped millions of Americans get affordable college loans, and plans to eliminate a program that offers limited debt forgiveness for some people who go to work for nonprofits. However, credit unions might help ease the impact through expansion of private loan and refinance programs, a student loan CUSO official said.

 
 
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