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Scholarship search assistance
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Lela acts as a link between you and your Financial Aid Counselor
Reinforcement of Important Deadline Dates
Assistance with contacting third parties involved in the Financial Aid Application Process
Financial Literacy Tips
Guidance on selecting a school that best meets your needs
Direct "Go To" person for high school Guidance Counselors
Help in understanding and responding to your Award Letter
Step by Step - Start to Finish - Applying/financial aid process for parents and students
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Christie Smith Ann Carmichael
smith@lela.org carmichael@lela.org
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