All students, regardless of family income, should apply for financial aid. Financial Aid is available through both state and federal funding. To be eligible for financial aid, students must have a financial need and receive a high school diploma or GED. Students also need to be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, registered with the Selective Service if required and complete all the necessary forms. For financial aid to continue once awarded, students must make satisfactory academic progress. Financial aid eligibility is the difference between the cost of education and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC).

You must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for federal student aid and to apply for most state and college aid. Applying online at www.fafsa.ed.gov is the fastest and easiest way. You should submit your FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1st of the New Year. Once you are enrolled in school, the financial aid office at the individual institution makes the decision for the amount of financial assistance. Both state and private colleges have financial aid funds that they control.

Lakewood High School code is 480586

Universities require the ACT or SAT as part of their admissions procedures. Most schools will accept either test but you should check with your school for their specific policies. In order for the school to have your scores in time for the admissions deadline, you should plan on taking your tests in your junior year and/or the fall of senior year.

SAT information and online registration: www.collegeboard.com

Remaining 2006-2007 dates are:

May 5th, 2007-register by March 29th, 2007. Late fee deadline is April 11th, 2007.

June 2nd, 2007-register by April 27th, 2007. Late fee deadline is May 9th, 2007

ACT information and registration: www.actstudent.org

Remaining 2006-2007 dates are:

June 9 th, 2007-register by May 4th, 2007. Late fee deadline is May 5th-18th, 2007.

The Preliminary SAT (PSAT) is taken nation wide in the fall. Primarily sophomores and juniors take this test as practice for future SAT testing. Juniors who take the test will qualify for the National Merit Scholarship program. Check back for the test date in the fall of 2007.

PSAT information can be found at: www.collegeboard.com

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The Lakewood School District is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Lakewood School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, marital status, age, or disability. Applications from all groups are encouraged. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. Inquires regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Officer and/or Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Dr. Dennis Haddock, Assistant Superintendent, 17110 16th Dr. N.E., Marysville, WA 98271 (360) 652-4500.