STUDENT FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Financial aid is money or some other form of financial assistance made available to students to help pay for their college education. Intended to allow students a choice of colleges and to enable them to complete their programs of study, financial aid may take the form of scholarships, grants, loans, jobs, or a combination of these. The federal and state governments, educational institutions, businesses, civic clubs, and individuals sponsor financial aid programs of various kinds.

Student Financial Aid at The University of Alabama provides counseling and information to students and parents at all income levels. Counselors are available on a walk-in basis and by appointment. The office is located in the new Student Services Center. Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. each Monday through Friday, and from 9:00 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. For more information, call (205) 348-6756.