Financial Aid - New Information - Federal Stafford Loans
Erwin Technical Center is no longer participating in the Federal Stafford Loan Program effective July 1, 2009. Students entering a program after this date, or requesting a loan after this date, will not be able to have a Federal Stafford Loan certified. Students in need of loan monies should seek other alternatives such as banks or credit unions for alternative loans.
Erwin Technical Center will continue to offer other types of Title IV aid such as: Federal PELL Grants, Federal Work Study, and Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grants. In addition, Erwin also participates in these State of Florida Programs: FSAG (Florida Student Assistance Grant) and FWEP (Florida Work Experience Program) as well as Florida Bright Futures and Florida Pre-Paid College Plan. Erwin also offers District Financial Aid to students who qualify and works with a number of other agencies and scholarship programs.
The mission of Erwin Technical Center is “Learning For Everyone, Whatever It Takes” and the Financial Aid office will continue to explore additional financial aid opportunities for its students to ensure the availability of financial aid for all students who qualify.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kim Phillips, Financial Aid Counselor, Financial Aid Department – Erwin Technical Center, 813-231-1891. kimberly.phillips@sdhc.k12.fl.us
General Information
Qualifying students find a wide range of financial aid available at Erwin Technical Center. Students receiving Title IV Federal Assistance are required to have a high school diploma, GED, or satisfy the 'Ability to Benefit' requirements.
Most of Erwin's financial assistance involves the eligibility of the Federal PELL Grant, a government-sponsored program.
Students' level of eligibility is determined after an application is submitted to the Federal Processing Center.
The form is available at the Erwin Center or can be accessed on the web at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov .
What do you need in order to fill out the FAFSA?
You will need your:
Social Security Number
All 2007 Tax Return Documents
Driver's License Number
Current Bank Statement
Mortgage & Investment Records (if any)
Alien Registration Number (if not a U.S. Citizen)
Parents' Tax Return Documents (if a dependent)
In addition, all students much visit the Erwin's Financial Aid Department to complete an Activation Form prior to starting school. This allows the Financial Aid Department to begin processing financial aid on students' behalf. Without completing an Activation Form in a timely manner, students' financial aid may be delayed.
Erwin's financial aid school code is 005594.
Financial Aid Office (Room 159)
Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Friday, 7:30 am - 1:30 pm
Financial aid counselors are available to assist in exploring financial aid options, discussing eligibility details, and completing applications.
More financial aid information is available at:
813.231.1908
Toll Free - 1.877.231.1815
Kim Phillips E-mail Address: kimberly.phillips@sdhc.k12.fl.us
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Federal PELL Grant
The PELL Grant is an award to help undergraduates pay for their education beyond high school. An undergraduate is one who has not earned a bachelor's or first professional degree.
Complete PELL Grant instructions and application information are available at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov .
Erwin's financial aid school code is 005594.
Students are required to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress to continue to receive Federal Financial Aid. Click on the above link to find out more.
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Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
The Federal SEOG is an award to help students with exceptional financial need as determined by the needs analysis of the Federal government. The Federal SEOG does not have to repaid. By applying for the Federal PELL Grant, students are automatically applying for SEOG.
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Federal Work-Study (FWS)
Federal College Work-Study provides jobs for students with Federal Pell Grants who have exceptional need. Payment is given on an hourly basis for work done, usually on campus. Workers become employees of Hillsborough County Schools.
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Federal Stafford Student Loan
Erwin Technical Center is no longer participating in Federal Stafford Loans.
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Other Erwin Aid
In addition to federal financial aid, students may apply for State Aid tuition assistance. This also requires the completion of the FAFSA by students.
Students may also apply for scholarships, although most of the scholarships are awarded after students have enrolled and achieved respectable GPAs (grade point averages). Information and applications may be obtained in the Career Planning office and from the Scholarship Bulletin Board outside the Student Services Office. Scholarships do not have to be paid back and range in value.
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Additional Resources and Sponsors
- Hillsborough County WIA and Wages Programs
- Indian Affairs
- Migrant Program
- Pasco & Polk County WIA Programs
- Scholarships
- Tampa Housing Authority
- Vocational Rehabilitation
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LINKS - Loan Exit Interview - Contact Erwin Financial Aid - Pell OnLine
Additional forms students may need:
(place mouse on item to print)
Erwin Activation Form
2008-2009 Verification Form - Dependent
2008-2009 Verification Form - Independent
Correction Form for ISIRS
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