The still need information that isn't received at the middle school level so the process won't be so scary. There have been instances of SFA officials doing counseling with secondary schools that has been a good experience. DC High School Guidance Counselors - More training is needed for counselors. There is limited help in completing the form. Computer services are poor and they need more technology in Middle and High Schools for counselors.
Rural areas have the same problems, only more so.
Students need to be able to apply either electronically or on paper. The access to technology varies greatly across urban and rural communities. More publicity is needed, not just to our target population, but to everyone. Media publicity, similar to the anti-drug campaigns that have been launched would be helpful. The public must have access to the information.