Seward County Community College
Financial Aid Interview Form
Allied Health Programs: Nursing, Medical Laboratory Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Technology
The Office of Student Financial Aid at Seward County Community College strives to reward academic excellence through
scholarships and to assist financial needy students with obtaining federal assistance through federal pell grants, direct loans and work
study opportunities.
All qualified students whose designated area of study is an SCCC Allied Health Program and who complete the Seward County
Community College Scholarship Application are considered for scholarships.
SEWARD COUNTY TUITION GRANT AND SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
Seward County Tuition Grants
(accept awards on-line through the Campus Portal)
•be a Seward County resident;
•enroll in and attend fifteen (15) credit hours through 25% of the semester;
•complete twelve (12) credit hours a semester;
•maintain a cumulative 2.5 grade point average;
•participate in an approved on-campus club or organization
•Students enrolled in 6-11 credit hours at SCCC and maintain a 2.5 GPA can obtain partial assistance in funding.
Academic and Program Specific Scholarships
(accept awards on-line through the Campus Portal)
•be admitted into an Allied Health Program
•enroll in and attend twelve (12) or more credit hours through 25% of the semester, or enroll in and attend six to eleven (611) credit hours through 25% of the semester at part time status
•complete twelve (12) credit hours a semester or six (6) if enrolled part-time
•maintain at least a cumulative 2.5 grade point average (GPA is academic award specific)
• Thank You Note: the address listed online in the requirements of your scholarship when you accept your award; turn it in
to the development office
APPLICATION PROCESS:
a.
Complete the Admission & Scholarship applications yearly; only accurately completed applications will be
processed.
b.
Scholarship application must be submitted to the SCCC Financial Aid Office by April 1 for the Fall semester and
November 1, for the Spring semester. (priority deadlines)
c.
Application for returning students must be submitted yearly on or before April 1st (priority deadline) with updates to
student demographic information, student’s program of study, and/or interests.
d.
Once the Scholarship application is processed the student will receive an award letter/email regarding any aid received.
Follow instructions to accept or decline awards. Scholarships will not be paid until all criteria are met.
State and local financial assistance is to promote work in geographical area. (Check with local healthcare facilities, program
coordinator, or advisor for additional financial aid assistance).
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant funded by the federal government for undergraduate students who have not earned a
bachelors or professional degree. The amount a student is eligible for depends upon the estimated family contribution (EFC), their
academic progress, and their enrollment status for each semester they attend. Federal Pell Grant funds may not be received at more
than one institution at a time. Pell grant money is to be used toward education-related expenses only. To determine eligibility, the
student must complete the FAFSA available online at FAFSA.gov. If a student withdraws before the end of the semester, repayment
of their Pell Grant may be required. The full time award for the Pell Grant is based on 12 credit hours of enrollment each semester.
However, the pell grant can be prorated at ¾ time (9-11 hrs), ½ time (6-8 hrs), or less than ½ time (5 or less hrs). The 2016-2017
academic year pell award is $5815.
Federal Work-Study is considered self-help aid. It provides jobs for students who wish to earn a portion of their college expenses
while gaining practical work experience. At SCCC there are federal (Federal Work-Study) and institutional (College Payroll) positions
available. A student will typically be employed for one academic year, August through May. Summer employment, June and July,
may also be available. The work-study positions are located on campus and the rate of pay is at least the current federal minimum
wage. The scheduled hours and pay may vary according to the job position. The amount earned cannot exceed the total amount of the
work-study award. A maximum of 10 hours may be worked weekly. A list of jobs is available on the Student Financial Aid website.
Students must file a FAFSA to be considered for a work-study position. Priority is given to full-time students in good standing. Before
a student may start working, the following documents must be on file: FAFSA or SAR/ISIR, a W-4, and an I-9. A valid photo ID and
Social Security Card are required to complete the I-9. Students are required to attend an orientation explaining SCCC work study
procedures.
Direct Subsidized Loan is awarded to students who demonstrate financial need. The federal government pays the interest on this
loan while the student is enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours). Unsubsidized Direct Loan is awarded to students who have NOT
demonstrated financial need; to those students who have already borrowed the maximum allowable amount of subsidized loans for
their respective grade level; and/or have obtained a bachelor’s or professional degree. The student is responsible for all of the interest
that accrues on the loan, however, the student has the option to pay the interest while in school or it can be deferred.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
a.
Complete FAFSA (Federal Application for Federal Student Aid) at FAFSA.gov
b.
Complete Entrance Counseling and Promissory Note at StudentLoans.gov (if accepting a loan)
c.
Once the FAFSA is processed the student will receive an award letter/email regarding any aid received. Follow
instructions to accept or decline awards at SCCC Campus Portal. Federal assistance will not be paid until all criteria are
met.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS DOCUMENTATION AND I WILL
1.
Check ALL that apply:
I am not interested in receiving information concerning student financial assistance.
I have received student financial aid information concerning Seward County tuition grants, scholarships, and the Federal
Student Aid Programs.
Student financial aid information was explained and questions answered.
I have been advised that most forms of student financial aid are not available during the summer term.
___I understand that federal aid may not be available if I have accumulated more than 96 credit hours.
I have additional questions and will contact the SCCC Student Financial Aid Office at a later date.
2. Sign this documentation declaring that I have read and understand:
Student Signature
Date_________________________________
Representative for the Seward County Community College Student Financial Aid Office:
Signature___________________________________________ Date__________________________________
**Mail or take this form to the Epworth Allied Health Education Center receptionist (SCCC), Box 1137 Liberal, KS
67905-1137.
CHECK THE FINANCIAL AID WEBSITE AT SCCC.EDU FOR FURTHER DEFINED INFORMATION
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