Paying for College at SPSCC

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PAYING FOR COLLEGE NEED HELP WITH STEPS TO ENROLL?

PLAN TO PAY 2019-20 tuition $45,765

Tip: Spend a lot less for stellar education at SPSCC, then transfer to a 4-year university in Washington or beyond.

Attend an Admissions Info Session and get the full scoop on next steps. Or contact SPSCC Outreach at 360-596-5440 or outreach@spscc.edu.

Learn more and come visit us! spscc.edu/visit.

Tip: Getting financial aid is a process, not a single step.

Complete ALL steps by the deadline to ensure funding is in place before classes start.

Private, 4-year university

$10,370

Public, 4-year college or university

$4,126

SPSCC

Average cost of tuition and fees at WA State 4-year universities.

Room and board costs not included.

IMPORTANT PAYING FOR COLLEGE DATES & DEADLINES ACADEMIC YEAR

2020-2021 WINTER 2021

SPSCC Foundation Scholarship DEADLINE FINANCIAL AID PRIORITY DEADLINE

SPRING 2021

2021-2022 SUMMER 2021

FALL 2021

For Spring Funds: Sept. 1, - Oct. 30, 2020

For Fall Funds: April 1 - June 30, 2021

March 13, 2020

March 12, 2021

Financial Aid Quarterly deadline

Oct. 26, 2020

Jan. 22, 2021

March 12, 2021

June 11, 2021

Tuition & Fees DUE

Dec. 15, 2020

March 16, 2021

June 15, 2021

Aug. 31, 2021

Jan. 4, 2021

April 5, 2021

July 6, 2021

Sept. 20, 2021

Classes BEGIN

FINANCIAL AID PROCESS FAFSA: STEPS TO APPLY

WASFA: STEPS TO APPLY

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) helps you determine what financial awards, grants, and loans you can receive.

Washington State offers financial aid programs to students who aren’t eligible for federal financial aid because of immigration status, sometimes called DREAMers. Complete the WASFA at readysetgrad.org/wasfa

You should have a high school diploma or GED to be eligible.

If you’re a male not currently on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, you must register with the Selective Service System before age 26 to be eligible. Learn more at sss.gov 1. Create a Federal Student Aid Identification (FSA ID) at fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm This will create an e-signature which you will use to submit your FAFSA. If you are under 24 years old, one of your parents must also create one and use it to co-sign your FAFSA. 2. Submit the FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov

FA deadline __________

Submit as soon as possible starting Oct. 1 for the following year. Deadline is approx. 3-4 months before classes begin.

See reverse for upcoming quarterly deadlines.

Include SPSCC, school code 005372, in your list of up to 10 schools on your FAFSA. Tip: Using the Data Retrieval Tool for your tax information decreases your chances of being selected for verification later - learn more at studentaid.gov 3. Look for a confirmation email from FAFSA within 3-5 business days.

In the email is your Student Aid Report (SAR) which identifies errors and if you’re selected for verification. To correct errors, log into your FAFSA, fix them, and resubmit prior to the deadline on reverse. Call 1-800-4-FEDAID if you need your SAR re-sent.

4. Check FA Portal (Financial Aid Portal) for your complete award details, errors, and missing or required documents over the next few weeks at fas.ctc.edu/portal6/?col=240 U SERNAME = Your Social Security Number (XXXXXXXXX) PASSWORD = Your Birthday (MMDDYY) About 30% of students are selected for verification and must submit additional paperwork to the college.

Once financial aid is awarded, log in to the FA portal to accept or reject your award.

Tip: Don’t wait! Complete all steps for FAFSA/financial aid before the deadline!

Tip: Not sure which form is for you (FAFSA or WASFA)?

Visit readysetgrad.org/WASFAelig to find out.

ALTERNATE FUNDING OPTIONS RUNNING START: If you’re a junior or senior in high school and place into college level ENGLISH 101, you can attend SPSCC tuition-free up to 15 credits per quarter. Students pay for fees, books, and transportation. Fee waivers and book loans are available to qualifying students. DREAMers welcome! spscc.edu/runningstart VA BENEFITS: Eligible veterans, spouses, and dependents can access VA education benefits. spscc.edu/veterans-benefits WORKFORCE TRANSITIONS: For eligible students in Professional Technical programs (non-transfer degree). If you recently lost your job or are receiving unemployment benefits, TANF, or food benefits, you may qualify. startnextquarter.org PAYMENT PLANS: Plan to pay tuition in installments before classes start. mycollegepaymentplan.com/spscc WASHINGTON COLLEGE GRANT: Starting in fall 2020, tuition covered fully or in part for income-eligible students. wsac.wa.gov/washington-college-grant

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships Deadline ________ Scholarships are free money that you don’t need to pay back. Most scholarships require you to complete the FAFSA. SPSCC Foundation Scholarships: Nearly $500,000 SPSCC Foundation scholarships are awarded to SPSCC students each year. With just one application, you’ll be matched to one of 300+ scholarships based on your interests, program, background, need, merit, and more. Scholarships range from $100 to $4,000.

Scholarships are awarded in a few cycles throughout the year; mark you calendar and apply on time. spscc.edu/scholarships More scholarship opportunities can be found at theWashBoard.org and spscc.edu/scholarships.

NEED HELP?

Submit documents and ask questions at the One Stop. financialaid@spscc.edu 360-596-5252 spscc.edu/financial-aid