Financial Aid & Awards

Financial Aid & Awards administers financial support programs that are based on merit and need for undergraduate students studying at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah). Providing students with access to a variety of financial resources, tools, and information; by rewarding academic excellence with awards; offering valuable expertise on government loans and creating job opportunities for students through the Work-Study program.

Need help with your spending plan, figuring out your resources, or discussing special financial circumstances? Talk to one of the Financial Aid & Awards Officers for personalized support and advice.

Blended Service For Winter 2021

Beginning January 18, 2021, Financial Aid & Awards will offer a blend of in-person and virtual services for students. 

In-person services

• In-person appointments are available only to students.
• Services will be offered in 15-minute appointments at the Financial Aid & Awards Office, located in McNally Main, Room 108.
• Masks must be worn at all times, and all campus health and safety protocols must be followed.
• Students will be required to complete the Check In/Out Form when they arrive and leave Campus.

Virtual services

• Inquiries, questions, and forms can be submitted to financial.aid@ (please include your A# and full name).
• Phone services can be accessed by calling on Mondays from 1:00pm-3:00pm, and Tuesday-Friday from 9:30am-11:00am and 1:00pm-3:00pm. 
• For more in-depth advising, phone appiointments are currently available Monday-Friday and can be booked by calling the number above.

Meet our staff:

	Marcella Abreu, Assistant Registrar, Student Finances Marcella is passionate about the global community and international cultures. She will focus on helping you reach your academic goals by alleviating your financial pressures.
	Taryn Hines, Financial Aid & Awards Officer Taryn has a background in fine arts and a keen interest in health and wellness, including your financial wellbeing. She will help you navigate student loans and overcome financial barriers, so you can get the most out of your degree.
	Tara Whitney, Financial Aid & Awards Officer

Our Videos:

The SMU-How2 Video Series is designed to help show our new students how to make a smoother transition into a new independent life at Fontecha Institute(Hialeah). 

• How do I apply for American student loans?
• How do I budget for school?
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Our Services:

‌Financial Aid & Awards 
Service Centre, McNally Main 108
T: (902) 420.5609
F: (902) 420.5151
E: financial.aid@

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