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Online and Mobile Bankingwww.capcomfcu.org

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Branch and ATM Locationswww.capcomfcu.org/locations

Member Service(800) 634-2340

CAP COM Financial Center (Headquarters)4 Winners CircleAlbany, NY 12205

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College Bound

Navigating the twists and turns of college applications, admissions, and financial aid is not for the faint of heart. The astronomical cost of a college education can take your breath away.

That’s a lot of pressure, but we’re here to help. You don’t have to navigate this alone.

If you find yourself grappling with critical decisions, turn to our College Bound experts. Our team eases the pressure by helping students and families locate funding sources and build a smart financing plan.

Schedule Your Appointment Think of our Certified College Funding Specialists as your personal college financing support team. College Bound consultations are free for CAP COM members. For more information, call (518) 458-2195, ext. 5624

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Helping families with important financial decisions

Helping families with important financial decisions

College Bound

Finding the Funding

To help meet the financial needs of parents, guardians, and students, CAP COM offers a variety of loans, scholarships, and partner services.

Home Equity Line of Credit Enjoy a favorable, fixed rate and other beneficial Home Equity Line of Credit features.*

Academic Advantage Loan Borrow up to $50,000 for education expenses.*

*If credit qualified. These loans may be tax deductible; check with

your tax consultant to determine eligibility.

Scholarships & Awards More than 40 scholarships totalling $80,000+ are awarded annually by CAP COM.

Apply at www.capcomfcu.org/scholarships

Additional College Counseling Services Mention your CAP COM membership to receive reduced rates on services provided by The College Advisor of New York, Inc. This professional college admissions counseling firm provides a “best-fit” approach to finding and funding college, combining a student’s desired area of study with an affordability plan. Members also receive a discounted price for help completing the FAFSA and CSS Profile.

Visit www.collegeadvisorny.com Call (518) 512-3021.

College Bound

Services

As the costs of a college education continue to soar, affordability is critical for students and their families. For help making informed financial decisions, turn to the College Bound team.

During your appointment with a Certified College Funding Specialist: - Discuss the steps to financing college - Explore financial aid and loan resources - Develop strategies to obtain funding - Create a personalized financing plan

Free Services for CAP COM Members

Initial Family Consultation A preliminary meeting with the student and parent(s)/guardians(s) provides an overview of college planning, financial aid, and college funding options.

Financial Aid and Affordability Learn about financial aid resources and strategies to secure funding – from forms to the award letters. Get an explanation of the tuition bill and understand how federal debt consolidation assistance works.

Financial Checkup Receive a financial checkup to position resources to your advantage, and review loan funding options. Explore CAP COM membership benefits and mobile conveniences that help students save money and stay on top of their finances.

Set Up an Appointment Today www.capcomfcu.org/collegebound

College Bound

Resources Monitor Your Federal Loans nslds.ed.gov

Federal and New York State Aid hesc.ny.gov (TAP, Excelsior Scholarship) studentaid.gov

FAFSA fafsa.gov

Scholarships capcomfcu.org/scholarships fastweb.com myscholly.com saystudent.com

College Search collegeboard.org collegeraptor.com nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator offtocollege.com College Applications commonapp.org suny.edu/applysuny

Planning Visits campustours.com smartcollegevisit.com

Textbook Resources abebooks.com amazon.com bookfinder.com chegg.com ecampus.com textbooks.com textbookspyder.com

Major/Careers bls.gov careerzone.ny.gov mappingyourfuture.org mymajors.com