HCS College Counseling News
Huntsville City Schools - September 2025
What is FAFSA? FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Colleges use your FAFSA data to determine your federal aid eligibility including the PELL Grant and student loans. Many states and colleges use FAFSA data to award their own aid. HCS will offer FAFSA Help Days in late November/early December.
The 2027-2028 FAFSA is OPEN NOW.
How do you get started?? Go ahead and create your FSA ID:
Go to http://studentaid.gov then Create account
- To allow for processing time, we recommend you create your FSA ID at least 3 days before you would like to start the FAFSA.
- You will need your date of birth, Social Security Number, home address, personal email address, and phone number
- When you create your FSA ID, be careful to enter your name and Social Security number exactly as they appear on your Social Security card.
- Parent (Contributor) and student each create their own FSA ID
Mississippi State Fall Preview Day
At these one-day events, students and families will learn about MSU's innovative academic programs and hands-on experiences, explore our friendly campus, tour residence halls, and more! Registration is $10 per person.
Monday, October 12, 2026
Monday, November 9, 2026
Monday, November 23, 026
Registration Link: https://www.admissions.msstate.edu/visit/preview-day
UNA Preview Day
University of North Alabama -
Friday, October 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Join us for Preview Day! This open house event is a great opportunity to learn more about life as a student at the University of North Alabama. Explore our campus, learn about North Alabama's academic programs, and get a feel for the overall university experience! This event is open to all high school and transfer students. Roar Lions!
Registration Link: https://www.una.edu/previewday/index.html
UAH AT A GLANCE
Saturday, November 14, 2026
UAH at a Glance is a great way to introduce high school and transfer students to the exciting experiences and opportunities that await them at UAH! Among other highlights, students and their families will be able to:
- Learn more about UAH academic programs
- Speak with representatives from Housing, Career Services, Financial Aid, and more at the Student Services Browsing Fair
- Discover what life is like as a Charger and learn more about student organizations
- Take a student-led campus and residence hall tour
Registration Link: https://admissions.uah.edu/register/fallataglance
UAB DAY
October 24, 2026
UAB Day is our preview day for high school students. You'll learn about the admissions process, scholarships, and financial aid resources. Have a certain degree program in mind? Academic representatives will share information on majors, requirements, and other academic opportunities. And hear directly from a panel of our students why they chose to attend UAB and become a Blazer. You'll also get a student-led tour of our on-campus housing spaces. Plus, we’re giving away a $250 UAB Day Scholarship to one lucky attendee!
Registration Link: https://events.uab.edu/en/6g1Y8if7/g/4E2EGNtPZR?category=Preview%20Day
Local Scholarship List
Numerous scholarships will be posted throughout the fall, winter, and spring.
View State and Local Scholarship tabs of the College Counseling website: http://huntsvillecityschools.org/college
Lacey Guthrie - District College Counselor
Jemison High
Lee High
Artemis Virtual Academy
Email: lacey.guthrie@hsv-k12.org
Website: https://www.huntsvillecityschools.org/college
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3251233784942430
Nancy Wolfe - District College Counselor
Huntsville High
New Century Technology High
ACCEL Prep Academy
Email: nancy.wolfe@hsv-k12.org
Website: https://www.huntsvillecityschools.org/college
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3251233784942430