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Phoenix College 2011–2012 CATALOG AND HANDBOOK
the Selective Service, if required; and not be in default on a federal loan or owe repayment of a federal grant. Some of the aid programs are designed for students who have calculated financial need. Federal regulations state that students must, to continue receiving federal aid, meet and maintain satisfactory academic progress standards as determined by the institution. These standards are applicable even for those semesters of enrollment when federal aid was not received. Students may apply for aid at full or part-time enrolled status. Students enrolled in less than six credit hours within a semester may apply for Federal Pell Grant only. Federal Aid Programs The U.S. Department of Education offers the following major student financial aid programs which are administered by the Financial Aid Office. Grants Pell Grant - an entitlement program for needy students. The amount awarded is based on the determination of eligibility, the cost of education at the institution attended, and a payment schedule issued by the U.S. Office of Education. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant - for students with exceptional need (those with the lowest expected family contribution) will be considered priority to be awarded. Funding is limited. Leveraging Education Assistance Partnership - a program available to residents of Arizona who are enrolled at least halftime and have demonstrated financial need as determined by federal requirements and state procedures. Students with exceptional need will be considered priority to be awarded. Funding is limited. Scholarships Funds are made available by Phoenix College or outside sources and are not required to be repaid. These awards may be based on financial need, grade point average, athletic performance, program of study or any other criteria. Current scholarship application criteria and deadline information is posted on the scholarship board located inside the Hannelly Center. Announcements on the board change as scholarships become available, so it is best to check the board regularly.
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Employment Federal Work Study - provides jobs for students with financial need to work when not in class, and earn money to help pay education expenses. Pay is biweekly, and based on the hours actually worked. The program also includes community service work positions. Funding is limited.
Students may receive a subsidized and an unsubsidized loan for the same enrollment period, if eligible. In addition to filing the federal financial aid application, a separate student loan application is necessary. The form is available in the Financial Aid Office. Federal PLUS Loan - enables parents with good credit history to borrow to pay the education expenses of each child who is a dependent student and enrolled at least half-time. The yearly limit on the PLUS Loan is equal to the cost of education for the student minus any other financial aid the student expects to receive. The interest is variable, but will not exceed 9%. Interest is charged from the time the loan is disbursed and continues to be charged until the loan is paid in full. Parents must begin repaying the principal and interest while the student is still in school. Short Term Loans - The Financial Aid Office does NOT have funds available to make short term loans.
Information Technology (602.285.7200) http://www.pc.maricopa.edu/index. php?page=129&subpage=495 The Information Technology Department continuously seeks out and implements dynamic, innovative leading educational technologies, providing the highest quality customer service to enhance teaching and learning to PC faculty, staff, students, and the community through a professional instructional environment by going beyond the traditional boundaries of innovation and emerging technology. By engaging its staff in the learning community, PC IT strives to be recognized as a leader in the MCCCD. Information Technology's primary responsibilities are: • Unified Helpdesk for all technology requests • Classroom and desktop technology support • Digital acquisition of audio and video, as well as recording and production • Resources for technology demonstrations, acquisitions, and installation • Network services • Event support These responsibilities are performed in many ways. To understand more about the department and its staff, visit our website at: http:// www.pc.maricopa.edu/index.php?page=129&subpage=495
Budget Employment - similar to the Federal Work Study program in that it provides the opportunity for students to work and earn money to help pay education expenses. It is, however, NOT based on financial need. Information may be obtained from the Phoenix College Job Placement office.
Student Clubs may check out a sound system through the Student Life and Leadership Office for on-campus use. For other audiovisual or media-related assistance, please ask the club advisor to contact IT. All student clubs/organizations must fill out a facilities request form and have it approved by the Student Life and Leadership Office prior to reserving equipment with Information Technology.
Loans Federal Perkins Loan - a low-interest loan for students with exceptional financial need. The school is the lender and the loan is made with government funds. Repayment begins after the student is no longer enrolled in 6 credit hours. Funding is limited.
International Student Center
Direct Student Loan - either subsidized or unsubsidized. A subsidized loan is awarded on the basis of financial need. The federal government pays the interest on the loan until the student begins repayment and during authorized periods when payment is deferred. An unsubsidized loan is not awarded on the basis of need. Students may choose to pay interest as it accrues or have interest accumulated and added to the principal; the later will increase repayment amount.
(602.285.7424) www.phoenixcollege.edu/isc The International Student Center provides services to students from diverse countries, cultures, and languages. The staff of the International Student Center is committed to providing quality services that support the educational goals and enhance student life opportunities for the Phoenix College international community in a culturally sensitive environment.