Siendo Primero is back for a new season with returning host Saghey Barcenas and new co-host Elías Alvarez!
In this episode, the two first-generation college students tackle one of the biggest challenges of higher education: navigating financial aid.
From paperwork complications to unexpected expenses, they explore the financial challenges students face through personal experiences and conversations with their peers. They also speak with a financial aid expert about how the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) works, common mistakes to avoid and where students can turn for help.
Voices in this episode: Brizza Vásquez, Arianna Madrigal and Alejandro Domínguez.
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