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Qualifying for some type of financial aid to assist with college costs is easier than ever before. Whether it be a grant, student loan or through the Federal Work-study Program, funds are available at the federal and state level as well as through Northern's Foundation for scholarships.  Scholarships are also available through private and institutional funds.

MEET OUR STAFF!

Financial Aid currently has two full-time staff members to serve you, the Associate Director of Financial Aid and the Financial Aid Counselor.  The Financial Aid Assistant III position is posted on our Human Resources Web page and in the college.  The Director of Financial Aid is available, preferably by appointment.

Alicia Stromski, Financial Aid Counselor

Alicia earned her Bachelor's degree from Mount Union College.  Her career in financial aid began in July, 2004.  In addition to her many duties associated with student loans, Alicia also serves as the information contact for students and parents.  Current students have found her to be very knowledgeable and extremely helpful, especially in the area of student loans.  Alicia is currently pursuing her Masters of Educational Leadership Studies and is scheduled to graduate in May, 2008.

Cynthia Hudok, Associate Director of Financial Aid

Cindy graduated from Duquesne University in 2000 and has been at Northern since September, 2001.  With over six years in financial aid at Northern, Cindy is well versed in all areas of financial aid and is responsible for ensuring all policies and procedures are in compliance with Federal regulations.  Cindy is often seen at area high school financial aid nights providing financial aid information to students and parents as well as assisting them with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). She is also scheduled to graduate with a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership Studies at WVU in May, 2008. 

All three employees are well-versed in assisting students with their financial aid questions.  At training provided at the West Virginia Association of Financial Aid Administrators conferences, our financial aid employees stay abreast of changes at the Federal Department of Education, State finanical aid offices, and with State and Federal legislation.  Alicia and Cindy have attended MASFAA Summer Institute, a week-long intensive training in financial aid conducted by the National Association of Financial Aid Administrators' certified trainers who are senior financial aid administrators with years of experience. 

Janet Fike, Dean of Enrollment Management and Director of Financial Aid

With sixteen years in financial aid and ten of those at Northern, Janet is the senior member of the team.  Since she serves a dual administrative role at the college, she is not as involved in the day to day process.  Her duties lie mostly in the realm of policy and administration although she is often seen at area high schools conducting financial aid nights to insure students and parents get the most current financial aid information and plenty of assistance applying for financial aid.  Janet oversees Admissions, Student Services, and Counselor services as well as the entire enrollment management process.