A Comprehensive Guide to Tarrant County College Financial Aid
Navigating the World of Student Funding
Embarking on a higher education journey can be both exhilarating and daunting, especially when it comes to financing your academic pursuits. Tarrant County College (TCC) understands the financial challenges that students face, and that’s why we’re committed to providing a comprehensive array of financial aid options to help make your educational dreams a reality.
Types of Financial Aid Available at TCC
TCC offers a wide range of financial aid programs to cater to the diverse needs of our students. These programs include:
- Federal grants and scholarships
- State grants and scholarships
- Institutional scholarships
- Loans
- Work-study programs
Federal Grants and Scholarships
Federal grants and scholarships are free money that doesn’t have to be repaid. The most common federal grants are:
- Pell Grants
- Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG)
- Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grants
State Grants and Scholarships
State grants and scholarships are awarded by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) based on financial need and academic merit. Some of the most common state grants and scholarships include:
- Texas Educational Opportunity Grant (TEOG)
- Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG)
- Texas Tomorrow Fund (TTF)
Institutional Scholarships
TCC offers a variety of institutional scholarships to deserving students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and financial need. You can search for and apply for scholarships through the TCC Scholarship Central website.
Loans
Loans are money that you borrow and must repay, typically with interest. TCC offers both federal and private loans.
- Federal loans are subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans have lower interest rates and do not accrue interest while you are enrolled in school at least half-time. Unsubsidized loans have higher interest rates and accrue interest while you are in school.
- Private loans are not subsidized and have higher interest rates than federal loans. They are typically used to cover the cost of attendance after all other financial aid has been exhausted.
Work-Study Programs
Work-study programs allow you to earn money while you attend school. You can work for TCC or for an off-campus employer who participates in the program.
Applying for Financial Aid
To apply for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete the FAFSA online at StudentAid.gov. TCC’s school code is 003659.
Deadlines
The priority deadline for submitting the FAFSA is March 31. However, you can still submit the FAFSA after this deadline, but you may miss out on some funding opportunities.
Award Notification
Once you have submitted your FAFSA, you will receive an award notification from TCC. This notification will include information about the types and amounts of financial aid you have been awarded.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about financial aid, please contact the TCC Financial Aid Office at (817) 202-6100. We are here to help you navigate the financial aid process and make your educational dreams a reality.
Q: What is the financial aid priority deadline?
A: The priority deadline for submitting the FAFSA is March 31. However, you can still submit the FAFSA after this deadline, but you may miss out on some funding opportunities.
Q: What types of financial aid are available at TCC?
A: TCC offers a wide range of financial aid programs, including federal grants and scholarships, state grants and scholarships, institutional scholarships, loans, and work-study programs.
Q: How do I apply for financial aid?
A: To apply for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can complete the FAFSA online at StudentAid.gov. TCC’s school code is 003659.
Q: What is the FAFSA?
A: The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. It is used to determine your eligibility for federal student financial aid.
Q: What is a Pell Grant?
A: A Pell Grant is a federal grant that does not have to be repaid. Pell Grants are awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need.
Q: What is a student loan?
A: A student loan is money that you borrow to pay for college. Student loans must be repaid, typically with interest.
Q: What is a work-study program?
A: A work-study program allows you to earn money while you attend school. You can work for TCC or for an off-campus employer who participates in the program.
- TCC Financial Aid Office: (817) 202-6100
- TCC Scholarship Central: https://www.tccd.edu/scholarships
- StudentAid.gov: https://studentaid.gov/
We hope this information has been helpful. Please contact the TCC Financial Aid Office if you have any further questions.