Interested in attending Berk Trade and Business School in Long Island City, NY, but need financial assistance? The trade school’s Office of Financial Aid provides student programs in compliance with federal, state, and private fund regulations. The nationally accredited technical institute participates in numerous federal financial aid programs and offers grants, loans, and work-study options to help students find appropriate payment plans.

Review the following general financial aid information before contacting the acclaimed adult education school about your options:

• Career School Education Qualification: Obtaining a federal student aid award for a college or career school requires a high school diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate. You may also earn your high school degree through a home school program, but it must be approved by the state.

• U.S. Citizen: U.S. citizenship is necessary to qualify for federal financial aid. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must have a green card. Qualifying is also possible if you are a U.S. national from American Samoa or Swains Island. An Arrival-Departure Record (I-94) from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is acceptable as well, so long as you meet certain requirements.
• Social Security Number: Receiving federal financial aid requires a valid Social Security number. Exceptions are given to students from the Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Palau, and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, as per the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid Office.
• Satisfactory Academic Record: It’s also imperative to maintain a satisfactory academic record while attending the Long Island City technical institute to keep federal financial aid. Failure to do so could easily result in aid termination.

Berk Trade and Business School never surprises students with hidden fees and offers an interest-free monthly payment plan to those who have exhausted all other financial aid possibilities. For more on financial aid options and the affordable adult education classes available at Berk Trade and Business School, please call (718) 729-0909 or visit the technical institute's website today.