Implications of Financial Aid: What College Counselors Should Know

Abstract

Counselors who work in a college environment are aware that financial aid is available to help students with college costs, but they may not be aware of all the financial pressures on students that may influence a student's psychological well-being. This article gives an overview of financial aid programs and financial factors affecting students, and explores practical ways that counseling centers and financial aid offices may interact.

Keywords:

• college counseling
• financial aid
• financial counseling
• financial pressures