Paying for College

PVCC has a variety of ways to assist you in paying for college.

Check out PVCC Financial Aid and PVCC Scholarships to get answers on ways you can pay for college. Some of the opportunities available are grants, scholarships, and work study opportunities. Please take note of payment deadlines.   

Also, don't forget to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®) to get the financial aid process started. If needed, Great Expectations will assist you in completing your FAFSA information correctly. The Financial Aid Office here at PVCC is also available to assist you with any questions you might have about your FAFSA. Please don't hesitate to ask; we're here to help.                                                                                                              

Did you know there are scholarships, grants and internships available specifically for current and former foster care youth? Great Expectations will assist you in researching all of the scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to you. Here are few links you should check out:

• Tuition Grant for Foster Youth
  • Ongoing Application - Must complete FAFSA, connect with Great Expectations and be
    enrolled at a Virginia Community College
• Foster Club All-Star Internship
  • Application Dates: January 1st - mid-February
• Family Fellowship Program Scholarship
  • Application Deadline - May 1st
• Foster Care to Success Scholarships
  • Application Dates - January 1st - March 31st
• Scholarships for Foster Kids
  • Several different scholarships for foster youth in Virginia and other states.
    Click on the links to find out application eligibility and deadlines.
• Fastweb - Scholarships for Foster Youth
  • Several different scholarships for foster youth in Virginia and other states.
    The scholarships may be specific to a state, college or university. Click on the links
    to find out application eligibility and deadlines. You will also have to create an account with Fastweb.
• Education and Training Vouchers (ETV)
  • Check with your DSS worker for eligibility and application guidelines.