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Federal School Code 001077

3 Steps to Financial Aid - Money for College is Easy!

All students must complete the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the web, the Renewal FAFSA on the web or a paper FAFSA as soon after January 1 as possible for the next school year. Regardless of the TYPE of Aid for which you qualify - the FAFSA is your first step. Applying online is fastest. Apply Online Now

The Department of Education must receive your application no later than June 30 for the previous school year.

step Two - We review your Application

We will review your financial aid information once we have received your FAFSA information from the federal processor and all forms request by our office have been submitted.  As a general rule, allow 30 days for processing.  During the busier times of the year, January, June – August,  it may take longer. 

If any changes occur in your plans to attend MCC, such as your enrollment status or your family's financial circumstances, report these changes, in writing, to our office.

Our office must have your correct, complete information before the end of the semester for the school year in which you are applying for financial aid.  Any request for federal student loans must be processed before your last day of enrollment for that school year.

Step Three - Receive your Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid offered to you for the Fall 08 and Spring 09 semesters, will be viewable on your "My.maricopa.edu" account. You will be able to view the disbursement schedules, the types of aid offered and the amounts.

The type of financial aid awarded to you depends on your need, your level of enrollment, and when you completed your financial aid application.

Your financial aid package could consist of a combination of grants, loans, scholarships and student employment.

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Contact us by email   Phone: 480-461-7441 or FAX: 480-461-7815

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