Considering a Student Loan - Be Sure to Borrow Responsibly Student loans should always be your last option to cover college costs. However, if you do need a student loan, it's important to consider all your options. To learn more about both public and private loan options, click here.
If you'd like to meet with an ICAN advisor to review loan options, schedule an appointment here. ICAN does not complete loan applications, but will review your options with you so you can make an informed decision.
ICAN Elects Board Members and Officers Doug Bannon and John Davis to join governing board WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (July 26, 2012) — The Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) recently elected two new members and officers for its governing board. ICAN, a nonprofit educational organization that empowers and encourages Iowans...
Free Help Available for College Financial Aid Volunteers to Help Families Fill Out FAFSA WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (Feb. 3, 2012) — Iowa students and families can get free assistance with forms required for federal financial aid at Iowa College Goal Sunday, held Saturday, Feb. 18 through Sunday, Feb. 26,...
Governor Branstad Proclaims February as Financial Aid Awareness Month Apply Early for Maximum Financial Aid Eligibility WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (Feb. 1, 201) — Last week Governor Terry Branstad designated February as Financial Aid Awareness Month. This designation helps highlight the importance of higher education attainment as a means to...
FAFSA Assistance Expanded for Financial Aid Season Iowa College Access Network Offers Extended Office Hours for FAFSA Filing WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – Jan.16, 2012 – The Iowa College Access Network (ICAN), a nonprofit organization that provides college planning and financial aid assistance to Iowa families, will expand its office...
Prepare for Upcoming Financial Aid Season Understanding the Process is Key Say ICAN Experts WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – Jan.12, 2012 – Understanding the financial aid process is key to finding funds for college, according to experts at the Iowa College Access Network® (ICAN). “If you know how each type...
FAFSA assistance program expands across Iowa Thirty-one locations in 2012 to help students and parents complete financial aid forms. WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – January 3, 2012 – College-bound Iowa students won’t find themselves fighting snowstorms or traveling great distances to find financial aid assistance in February. Students and parents...
College Fair Brings Diverse Selection of Colleges to Des Moines Golden Circle College Fair Is Traditionally Largest in State WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (Sept. 21, 2011) — The Golden Circle College Fair to be held next weekend in Des Moines will showcase nearly 140 colleges, creating an opportunity for those...
College Prep Begins with High School Course Selection Iowa College Access Network Offers College Planning Advice WEST DES MOINES, IOWA – March 1, 2011 – As students prepare for the future advice seems to flow in from all angles: get good grades, be active in the community, visit different colleges...
