Tech $ense is your one-size-fits-all resource for financial literacy. This site will help you plan for college, pay for college, and make everyday financial decisions. Once you have viewed everything on our site, take the College Quiz to test your financial literacy knowledge and apply for a $1000 scholarship.
This page is here to help you learn about:
Scroll down to continue learning.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) to apply for the Pell Grant, student loans, and work-study.
Apply For Federal AidSoon after you complete the FAFSA and all supporting Financial Aid documents, you can view your financial aid awards by logging into OneTech and clicking 'Financial Aid and Scholarship Awards' on the Financial Aid Information Card. You will see federal, state, and private aid you are eligible to receive.
Check My Financial Aid AwardsThe Financial Aid office can be a very busy place and can be hard to reach via phone. View some of the most common financial aid questions here.
Check The FAQsHave a financial aid question and don’t have time to call? Click here to email the financial aid office.
Email A Financial Aid Advisor
Apply for all state-funded scholarships, including the Lottery scholarship.
New student? Current student? Ozark student? Transfer student? View a list of all ATU scholarships and their requirements.
You can also apply for private ATU foundation scholarships. Complete the application to find out what scholarships you may be eligible to receive. This application is open to all current and new students.
Know What & Who You Owe: Would you like to know the total lifetime balance of the loans you have borrowed from ATU and other schools? This link will take you to the Federal website so you can view all your loans and the contact information for your servicer(s).
View Loan Balance & Server InformationThe loan repayment calculator uses your current loan balance to determine your estimated monthly repayment amount. You can also find out how much you would owe under the different repayment plans.
Note: You will need your FSA ID to sign in to this website to receive specific repayment information.
Estimate Repayment AmountThere are several repayment plans available, including some which are based on your income. This link describes each one so you can determine which plan is right for you.
Note: You will need your FSA ID to sign in to this website to receive specific repayment information.
Explore Repayment PlansHaving trouble making your payments? Don't give up! Arkansas Student Loan Authority (ASLA) can help! ASLA is a non-profit institution that specializes in assisting students like you.
Visit The ASLA Website
As a college student you are a major target for identity theft. In 2017 there were 16.7 million victims of identity theft in the United States totaling around 16.8 billion dollars in money stolen. Knowing how to keep your personal information safe can save you time, money, and anguish. Here you can learn different ways to protect your identity.
Learn More About Preventing Identity TheftCredit scores often range from 300 to 850. Know what goes into your credit score and how lenders use this number to make lending decisions.
Learn More About Credit ScoresHave you ever received a paycheck and wondered where all your hard earned money went? Have you ever wondered who FICA is and why she is taking all your money? Click below to learn what is coming out of your paycheck and where the money is going.
Learn More About PaychecksCredit cards are good if used responsibly, but they can get you in trouble. Find out what responsible and irresponsible credit card behavior includes here.
Learn More About Credit CardsA checking account is an inbox for your money. Learn the basics of how to open and manage an account and how to avoid possible hidden fees.
Learn More About Bank AccountsMoney can be a complicated topic.
If you have any questions about financial aid, financial literacy, or the content
on this website, please feel free to contact the Arkansas Tech Financial Aid Office.
Their friendly staff will be glad to assist you.
| Phone: (479) 968-0399 Fax: (479) 964-0857 Email: fa.help@atu.edu |
Brown Hall, Suite 206 105 West O Street Russellville, AR 72801 |
A project by: Leadership Tech Cohort 2 - Team Summit