The University of Akron is once again serving as a host of College Goal Sunday on Feb. 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Simmons Hall, 277 E Buchtel Ave., Akron (see on map).
The college financial aid event is presented annually at sites around the state by the Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA) and is endorsed by the Ohio Board of Regents.
Two other UA sites also will host College Goal Sunday. They are:
- The University of Akron Medina County University Center, 6300 Technology Lane, Medina.
- Wayne College Holmes Center, located at 88-B East Jackson St., Millersburg.
In addition, the Akron Public Schools’ East Community Learning Center, at 80 Brittain Road, will be a second Summit County site for College Goal Sunday.
Free assistance with completing the FAFSA
College Goal Sunday is designed to provide assistance to students and parents in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is the application that is required to be completed to receive federal financial aid, including the Federal Pell Grant and student loans as well as need-based state grants. The FAFSA can be a key to overcoming financial barriers so a college education is possible. Studies show that students are 50 percent more likely to attend college when they complete the FAFSA.
The free event is open to current college students at any institution, as well as prospective students planning to attend a college in Ohio or out-of-state, and their parents. While walk-ins are welcome, registration is encouraged. To register for College Goal Sunday, visit www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org, or call 1-800-233-6734.
The Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA) is a nonprofit, professional organization for individuals actively engaged in the administration of financial aid within the state of Ohio for higher education. As an educational organization, OASFAA strives to offer resources to students, families and high school advisors to promote higher education and increase awareness of financial aid opportunities. Other College Goal Sunday sponsors are the Ohio College Access Network, USA Funds and Great Lakes.
Simmons Hall on the Akron campus will host College Goal Sunday. Parking is available in the deck immediately to the west on Buchtel Avenue.