College-bound students get financial aid advice this weekend

If you have a high school student who is beginning to look into colleges and financial aid, you might want to take advantage of a workshop this weekend.

Students in grades eight through 12 vcan meet one-on-one with financial aid counselors. Teens will also learn how to seek scholarships and apply for student loans and federal and state grants.

The workshop is saturday from 9 a.m. until noon at UNCW’s Bear Hall.