Beyond Financial Aid: 2010 Guide to Extra Help For Low-Income Adult Students

Date: 09/07/2010 Author: Deborah Harris, MLRI and Ruth J. Liberman, Crittenton Women's Union

This booklet  provides a comprehensive review of family supports that may be available to low-income adult students attending college or in vocational training programs.  It includes information about factors to consider before enrolling in school or taking out a loan.  It also includes information about benefit programs that you may be eligible for while a student, such as Food Stamps/ SNAP, TAFDC, Health Insurance, Child Care, unemployment Insurance and Subsidized Housing.  It also includes information on Tax Benefits while a student.  To download the booklet (which is posted on the Crittenton Women's Union website), click the "Go To Website" link below.