Last TAMIU Financial Aid Session This Saturday

An opportunity for parents and high school seniors to get assistance in their search for higher education financial aid comes to an end this Saturday, May 8 at Texas A&M International University.

The last in a series of sessions will be offered Saturday from 9 - 10 a.m. and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at TAMIU’s Dr. Billy F. Cowart Hall, room 116. Sessions are limited to 20 students or parents per session. Interested persons should pre-register by calling 326.2908.

Attendees can get assistance with completing required Financial Aid forms (FAFSA) in either English or Spanish.

Organizers recommend that session-goers bring a list of colleges or universities the student is interested in attending; the student’s driver’s license and number; alien registration card if the students is a legal permanent resident; student/parent/guardian PIN number for FAFSA application and the student/parent/guardian federal income tax return.

High school students can contact their school counselor or financial aid advisor for further assistance and should also check with selected colleges and universities for application deadlines.

Journalists who need additional information or help with media requests and interviews should contact the Office of Public Relations, Marketing and Information Services at prmis@tamiu.edu