How to Apply for Financial Aid

1. Apply for admission to MCC,
2. Students applying for financial aid must have declared an eligible program of study with the Registrar’s Office and meet other general eligibility requirements.
3. For need-based grants and scholarships, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

FAFSA PRIORITY DATES

April 1 for Summer Semester

April 1 for Fall Semester

Nov. 1 for Spring Semester

4. Complete the MCC General Scholarship Application by the priority date of April 1.

Include:

• Letter of recommendation
• The scholarship application
• Most recent academic transcript

(If you do not have 12+ earned credits at MCC)

5. Summer has a separate Financial Aid Application in addition to the FAFSA. Students taking or planning to take summer courses will need to do BOTH. The Summer Application (Summer Intent to Enroll) is available online January 1st.
6. The Financial Aid Office will inform students if further information is needed.
7. Application for assistance will be considered only after admissions and financial aid files have been completed.
8. Students wishing top consideration for financial aid should have their files completed by the priority dates listed above.
9. The Financial Aid Office will continue to accept applications after these dates, but awards will be dependent upon the availability of funds.
10. Additional documents that maybe requested by the Financial Aid Office include: Federal Tax Transcripts, Verification Worksheets, etc.