Government Shutdown Update
Despite the government shutdown, federal aid – Pell and direct loans – will continue to be disbursed. If you have any questions, the Office of Student Financial Services is here to assist you. Contact us at 610-796-8201 or sfs@alvernia.edu.
Here are additional resources:
- How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education Department
- Department of Education Details Contingency Planning In Case of a Government Shutdown
Complete the FAFSA form today!
The FAFSA is crucial for determining eligibility for federal, state and institutional financial aid, as well as many scholarships. Despite this, some students skip it due to its complexity or the belief they won’t qualify. This leads to significant unclaimed aid — $1.4 million in Pennsylvania and up to $4.4 billion nationwide in unused Pell Grants by the high school class of 2024, according to the National College Attainment Network.
The 2026-2027 FAFSA is open and Alvernia is here for you!
- Visit StudentAid.gov now or see below for additional resources:
- Create your FSA ID (see in General FAQs below) for student and parent(s).
- Watch for FAFSA completion events at your local high school, community centers and here at Alvernia – stay tuned to this website for updates!
- Bookmark this site to learn about upcoming events.