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Description
Efficiently determine financial aid awards and enhance the application process using Blackbaud’s Smart Aid software tailored for K-12 private schools and smaller colleges. Understanding an applicant's genuine financial situation—or lacking that knowledge—can greatly influence the fairness of financial aid distribution. Tailor financial aid applications to include questions that matter most to your institution, and utilize our unique hobbies, interests, and lifestyle (HIL) calculations for deeper insights into each applicant's financial context. This approach equips you with pertinent information for essential financial aid decisions while also creating a more user-friendly experience for applicants. Additionally, offer mobile-friendly options for applicants to easily check their application status. Collaborate with implementation experts to adjust calculation settings, ensuring they align with your specific policies and enrollment criteria. Ultimately, this empowers your institution to develop a fair financial aid formula that reflects your unique needs and values. By leveraging such comprehensive tools, you can foster transparency and trust throughout the application process.
Description
SSS is dedicated to supporting private and independent K-12 schools by offering cutting-edge technology that merges the benefits of an inclusive, cloud-based financial aid platform with the most rapid and precise document verification services available. Collaborating closely with schools, we enable you to navigate the current economic landscape by delivering a comprehensive solution and streamlined process for managing a thriving financial aid and award program. The effectiveness of your financial aid initiative is crucial for attracting students who align with your mission while ensuring the financial viability of your institution. SSS provides an unbiased baseline and a comprehensive view of families within a unified system, which empowers you to make well-informed decisions while also facilitating a smooth application process for families. Our approach, developed by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), is founded on the belief that families with similar financial circumstances should receive equitable awards. By focusing on fairness and transparency, we aim to enhance the overall experience for both schools and families alike.
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Vendor Details
Company Name
Blackbaud
Country
United States
Website
www.blackbaud.com/solutions/financial-management/financial-aid-management
Vendor Details
Company Name
School & Student Services (SSS)
Country
United States
Website
www.solutionsbysss.com
Product Features
Scholarship Management
Applicant Management
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Customizable Forms
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Interview Management
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Recommendations Management
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Reviewer Management
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White Label
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