Navigating the Financial Aid Process

December 6, 2024
FAFSA

Buffalo, NY - Students and their families are receiving some critical guidance on how to navigate this year's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process, courtesy of Kevin Smith. 

Canisius University's assistant vice president for student records and financial services, has conducted interviews with various media outlets, focusing on practical strategies for completing the FAFSA and providing resources and guidance to help students and families secure financial aid.   

In an interview with University Business, Smith discussed the relatively seamless rollout of this year's FAFSA, which opened two weeks ahead of the scheduled Dec. 1 launch date.  During appearances on WIVB-TV Channel 4 and WBEN-AM Radio 930, Smith addressed common challenges encountered when applying for financial aid and provided step-by-step advice on the application process.  He also shared information about those support resources available to students and families at Canisius University and elsewhere.    

To learn more about the various financial aid and scholarships available to Canisius students, visit the Scholarships, Tuition and Aid page of the website.