FAFSA & Applying for Financial Aid

Follow These Steps to Apply for Financial Aid:

Step 1 (For New Students): Apply to PVCC and Enroll Into a Program of Study

• Submit an Online Application
  • When applying to PVCC, include your social security number on the application. The SSN is a personal identifier that links the FAFSA to your student account.
• Meet with an Advisor
  • You can choose a program of study, either a degree or certification, at this time.

Step 2: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) 

• Log in at www.StudentAid.gov
• If you forgot your username and password or are having issues with login, visit the FAFSA Help Center.
• Complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA for the Fall 2022, Spring 2023, and Summer 2023 semesters. 
  • This will require information from your 2020 taxes.
• Complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA for the Fall 2023, Spring 2024, and Summer 2024 semesters.
  • This will require information from your 2021 taxes.
• If you need help with the FAFSA, check the FAFSA Help & Videos page, or contact the Financial Aid Office.
• After completing the FAFSA, wait 3-5 business days for us to receive it. 

Step 3: Update Your Contact Info 

• Update your address, email and phone number in the Student Information System (SIS).  
• Keeping your contact information up to date means that the PVCC Financial Aid Office can contact you with updates about your financial aid and more.

Step 4: Check Your Financial Aid Status in Your SIS Student Center  

• Follow the steps on this page to check your financial aid To-Do List and to check your financial aid award: https://www.pvcc.edu/check-your-aid
• Read About Your Financial Aid Award
• Complete the PVCC Federal Direct Loan Request Form if you are accepting a Federal Student Loan offer.

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