Carroll Community College

Carroll students may potentially access four Federal Student Financial Aid Programs. In general, to be eligible for assistance under these programs, a student must:

• be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States,
• have a high school diploma or its equivalent,
• be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an eligible program of study, and
• be a degree or certificate candidate.  

Renewal application materials are required each year for all Federal Student Financial Aid Programs. The college does not currently participate in any of the Federal Student Loan Programs.

The Federal Pell Grant Program (PELL)

This free federal grant program provides funds to eligible full-time and part-time undergraduate students.  A student can apply for PELL by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) .

The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (SEOG)

This free federal grant program provides assistance to undergraduate students enrolled in at least three billable hours, are Federal Pell Grant recipients  and who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Grants from this program may range from $100 to $4,000 per year (dependent on funding). Priority is given to PELL recipients. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used as the application for this campus-based program.

The Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)

This program provides jobs for students who have financial need and who must earn a part of their educational expenses. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used as the application for this campus-based program.