United Township High School is excited to announce a new partnership with Pathways Planning & Insights, a nonprofit that has the mission of helping students and families successfully and affordably pursue college degrees.

PPI will be leading a series of five webinars on different topics to comprehensively cover everything students and parents need to know about paying for college. These webinars will be available for free to UTHS students and their families to watch live and ask questions, and will also be recorded and posted for future viewing. The presentations will also be translated into Spanish, French, Arabic, and Hakha Chin.

WEBINAR 1: Affording College: It's Easier Than You Think

Description: The biggest barrier to college isn't cost - it's the perception that college is too expensive.  But the truth is that, if you know how the higher education system works, everyone can find numerous college options that won't break their budget.  This webinar will show you how to match your price range with the college options that are best for you and set your student up for success as a young adult.

Date: Wednesday, December 6, 7:00-8:00 PM

To view the recording of the webinar, follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/WuGKY59URwPtzJKj9q9x8ywF6aMgG_wVDLn7mF4R4fjPUFFNnzFlv8872fo9oCdu.S2vNARDsnOIj2Kg and enter this passcode: *x=@5vcn

Issues viewing the webinar? Contact James Davis at james.davis@uths.net.

WEBINAR 2: Solving the Mystery of the Financial Aid System

Description: The financial aid system can seem scary.  But navigating it is easier than most people think if you know how it actually works.  This webinar will explain everything you need to know about the new FAFSA and how you can make the financial aid system work for you - instead of the other way around.

Date: Wednesday, January 10, 8:00-9:00 PM

To view the recording of the webinar, follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/c6K8R7sp0QQjDZzLLAa3s8aG8tCfGvvy5bhGJUgQzW1o3--fdKfgeXXmrceDOY4a.oEbcErYSmE3GYj77 and enter this passcode:  .T*5qd9f (please note that the code begins with a period).

To turn on translated subtitles: When you get to the recording, you'll see the audio transcript to the right of the video.  In the upper right corner of the audio transcript window, you'll see a small box with the letters "EN" in it.  Clicking on those two letters will open a drop-down where the view can select from 40+ languages.  Once you select a language, it will take a few minutes to convert the audio transcript to that language.  But once that is completed, the viewer will have a transcription of the audio in their own language.

Issues viewing the webinar? Contact James Davis at james.davis@uths.net.

WEBINAR 3: The Pros and Cons of Loans and Private Scholarships

Description: Despite billions of dollars in available loans and private scholarships, all of this money comes with strings attached.  But knowing the details will ensure that, if you choose, you can put these financial resources to work for you and avoid getting tripped up by those strings.

Date: Wednesday, February 7, 8:00-9:00 PM

To view the recording of this webinar, follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/LyAxQP-MlhAA7xMlqtzqJH9lVnz6pgZSphZPvRnBPYXP63l1rk_Cg46VVtC_8IP4.MRpecaG73zGgG3eb?startTime=1707356161000 and enter passcode: *8#!8$qN

Issues viewing the webinar? Contact James Davis at james.davis@uths.net.

WEBINAR 4: Your First Financial Aid Offer Doesn't Have to Be Your Final Price

Description: Financial aid award offers aren't designed to be easy to understand, and colleges rarely tell you that you can actually ask for additional aid.  This webinar will explain the final stage of the college admissions process - interpreting a financial aid offer and the appeal process - so that you can ensure that you and your student don't end up paying more than you should.

Date: Wednesday, March 6, 8:00-9:00 PM

To view the recording of this webinar, follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/YDwsGk0uXtldiP6XpoPJrwzwb4exeobSWYs5pR0H313sHOoyiBXyLsDmYAj9Av73.sDWlqIw83E6W42OH?startTime=1709776885000 and enter passcode: rbk2f9A&

Issues viewing the webinar? Contact James Davis at james.davis@uths.net.

WEBINAR 5: DIY College to Dramatically Reduce Costs

Description: One of the most effective ways to significantly reduce college costs is to finish sooner.  In recent years, a whole new set of ways to earn college credits at a fraction of the traditional costs has made matching a college choice with a specific price range easier than ever.

Date: Wednesday, April 10, 8:00-9:00 PM

To view the recording of this webinar, follow this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/YDwsGk0uXtldiP6XpoPJrwzwb4exeobSWYs5pR0H313sHOoyiBXyLsDmYAj9Av73.sDWlqIw83E6W42OH?startTime=1709776885000 and enter passcode: %70#NufB

Issues viewing the webinar? Contact James Davis at james.davis@uths.net.