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Iowa College Aid offers many publications regarding financial aid, college planning, I Have A Plan Iowa^tm, and successful student loan repayment, as well as resources for professionals! While many of these publications are available to order, some are only available in a downloadable PDF format. If you have any questions regarding these materials, please contact us at 877-272-4456.

Financial Aid

	How to Apply for Financial Aid - Download-Only This brochure has step-by-step information on how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for state and federal financial aid. Download PDF
	Scholarships and Grants This brochure reviews both federal and state scholarships and grants available to Iowa students. Additional sources for grants and scholarships are also discussed. View PDF Quantity:
	Student Loans This brochure reviews Federal Stafford, PLUS, and Perkins loans as well as private education loans. Forgiveness and cancellation benefits are also briefly discussed. View PDF Quantity:
	Guide to Financial Aid for Adult Students This brochure provides information on financial aid, college budget needs, and resources specific to the needs of adult students who are considering starting college or returning to college to finish a degree. View PDF Quantity:
	Helpful Websites - Download-Only This brochure provides many reputable websites available for college planning, scholarship searches and more. Download PDF
	Your Opportunity Starts Now This brochure provides information on grant assistance available to youth in foster care to help cover their college costs. View PDF Quantity:
	Iowa Financial Aid Application - Download-Only This flyer provides information on the Iowa Financial Aid Application. Download PDF ( Iowa Financial Aid Application)
	All Iowa Opportunity Schlr - Download-Only This flyer provides information about the All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship, a state-funded scholarship available to Iowa residents. Download PDF ( All Iowa Opportunity Schlr)
	Grad PLUS Loans - Download-Only This fact sheet discusses the benefits of Grad PLUS loans as a means for graduate and professional students to help cover the costs of higher education.
	Higher Education Tax Benefits - Download-Only This fact sheet has been updated for the 2011 tax year and provides information on money-saving tax benefits available to taxpayers that may help reduce the overall cost of a college education. Download PDF
	Federal Direct PLUS Loans - Download-Only This fact sheet is designed for families with students attending a college or university that participates in the Federal Direct Loan Program. It discusses the benefits of Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loans as a means for parents to assist their students with costs of higher education. Download PDF
	Protecting Your Identity - Download-Only This fact sheet provides information on how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft. Warning signs, resources, and steps to take if information has been compromised are included in this fact sheet. Download PDF
	Paying for College - Download-Only This fact sheet helps parents and students to effectively communicate with college and university financial aid administrators. Factors to consider when evaluating financial aid awards, tips for working with the financial aid office, and questions to ask regarding college costs, applying for financial aid, paying for college, and parent and student loans are discussed. Download PDF
	Teach Grant Fact Sheet - Download-Only This fact sheet provides students with information on the TEACH Grant, a federally-funded program created to help college students who plan to teach, pay for college. The information provided describes the program qualifications and requirements. Download PDF
	Private Loan Research Tips - Download-Only Private loans are not federally insured loans, but rather are offered by private lenders. You should exhaust your other financial aid options before accepting a private loan. Keep these tips in mind when you are researching and comparing lenders to find the right loan for you. Download PDF ( Private Loan Research Tips)
	Loan Program Chart - Download-Only This chart provides an overview of Federal Stafford and PLUS loans. Download PDF

College Planning

	Planning For Our Future This guide for parents provides information on how to start preparing for higher education expenses. View PDF Quantity:
	Your Course to College This comprehensive guide provides financial aid information, as well as a directory of Iowa colleges and universities to assist students and families with the college selection process. View PDF ( English) Quantity:
	Where to Invest College Money This guide, provided by the Iowa Insurance Division, covers the basics of investing to build a college fund. Investment categories, 529 plans, and tax incentives are covered. Quantity:

I Have A Plan Iowa

	You need a plan to succeed. This 5.5 x 11 sized card promotes the benefits of the I Have A Plan Iowa web-based career and education planning system to students and their parents. View PDF Quantity:
	I Have A Plan Iowa Poster This 18 x 12 poster promotes the use of I Have A Plan Iowa to students. The poster includes the URL used to access I Have A Plan Iowa. Posters can be ordered to hang in the counseling office, classrooms, library or any area of your school. View PDF Quantity:
	I Have A Plan Iowa Access Card These convenient, business sized cards can be provided to students when they are creating their online portfolio. The cards include the URL to access I Have A Plan Iowa and each student can record his/her account name and password. View PDF Quantity:
	I Have A Plan Iowa Bookmark A bookmark that includes information on FREE ACT, SAT and GRE test prep available through I Have A Plan Iowa. It also lists ACT and SAT test dates for the 2011-2012 academic year. View PDF Quantity:
	Parent Guide This guide explains I Have A Plan Iowa to parents. It includes information on the advantages of early career planning, an explanation of the Iowa Guideways and how I Have A Plan Iowa can help middle and high school students prepare for college and a career. View PDF ( Parent Guide) Quantity:
	Plan to Invest in Your Future This 5.5x11 sized card promotes the benefits of the I Have A Plan Iowa web-based career and education planning system to adult learners and job seekers. View PDF Quantity:
	IA Financial Literacy Program - Download-Only In an effort to bring financial literacy to every Iowa high school, Iowa College Aid is providing, at no cost to schools, an online financial literacy platform, developed by EverFi, Inc. The Iowa Financial Literacy Program helps Iowa educators teach, assess and certify Iowa high school students in over 600 core concepts of personal finance, and can be accessed through I Have A Plan Iowa. Download PDF ( IA Financial Literacy Program )

Successful Student Loan Repayment

	Buttonwood Instructions - Download-Only This fact sheet provides step-by-step instructions for accessing and using Buttonwood, a personal finance and student loan management tool for college students. Download PDF
	Buttonwood for Students - Download-Only This bi-fold flyer is geared towards college students. It explains how Buttonwood can help them be better prepared for their student loan repayment and financial future. Download PDF
	Teacher Loan Forgiveness - Download-Only The Iowa Teacher Shortage Student Loan Repayment program provides loan repayment funds for eligible teachers in Iowa. Download PDF ( Iowa Teacher Loan Forgiveness)
	John R. Justice Grant Program - Download-Only The John R. Justice Grant program is a federally-funded program that provides loan repayment for eligible public defenders or prosecutors in the state of Iowa Download PDF ( John R. Justice Grant Program)
	Student Loan Repayment Guide - Download-Only This envelope-sized neutral guide contains information about Stafford Loans, PLUS and Grad PLUS Loans, and touches on Perkins, private, and institutional loans. This easy-to-read guide covers all of the required exit counseling elements and is designed to engage students, help them track their loans and can be easily sent in the mail. Are you using this brochure as part of your exit counseling session? Yes No If yes, you are required to provide our Exit Counseling Confirmation Form or an equivalent form to be in compliance with federal regulations. Download PDF
	Repayment Help Fact Sheet This fact sheet informs student loan borrowers about deferment, forbearance, and loan discharge information to help them successfully repay their student loans. There is also a place to record loan servicer contact information. View PDF Quantity:

Resources for Professionals

	Mission: Money Control Guide - Download-Only This guide provides an overview of the Mission: Money Control programs available for students and professionals on a wide variety of financial literacy topics. Download PDF ( Mission: Money Control Guide)
	Mission: Money Control Poster Mission: Money Control resource. This 15x22 poster provides space for you to promote a Mission: Money Control program scheduled for your school, campus or organization. View PDF ( Mission: Money Control Poster) Quantity:
	Using Credit Wisely Poster Mission: Money Control resource. This 15x22 poster provides tips on using credit cards wisely and maintaining a good credit score. View PDF ( Using Credit Wisely Poster) Quantity:
	Life After Minimum Wage Poster Mission: Money Control resource. This 15x22 poster provides tips for evaluating starting salaries, insurance options and retirement plans to meet financial obligations and goals. View PDF ( Life After Minimum Wage Poster) Quantity:
	Avoid Identity Theft Poster Mission: Money Control resource. This 15x22 poster provides tips for how to safeguard your identity and avoid identity theft. View PDF ( Avoid Identity Theft Poster) Quantity:
	Budgeting Your Money Poster Mission: Money Control resource. This 15x22 poster provides tips for how to reduce financial stress by creating a realistic monthly spending plan. View PDF ( Budgeting Your Money Poster) Quantity:
	Interest Rate Chart - Download-Only This chart provides the federal loan interest rates for the two most current years. The fixed interest rates for federal loans through 2012 are also included. Download PDF
	Website Resources - Download-Only This desk guide, designed for financial aid professionals, lists many available website resources. Download PDF