The Office of Financial Aid at H. Councill Trenholm State Community College is committed to helping students achieve their educational goals by providing access to financial resources to make college affordable. Financial assistance is available through a variety of federal, state, and institutional programs for students who apply and qualify. Students are encouraged to apply early and to complete all requirements to ensure timely processing of financial aid.
Applying for Financial Aid
To determine a student’s eligibility for Federal Student Aid Programs, the student must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The fastest and easiest way to apply is online at www.studentaid.gov. When completing the FAFSA, the student should list the Trenholm Federal School Code 005734. Recipients must reapply for Federal Student Aid (FSA) by completing a FAFSA on or after October 1 of each year for the upcoming Fall semester.
Student Eligibility
To receive federal financial aid, a student must:
- Have a high school diploma or GED certificate or completed a high school education in a homeschooled setting approved under state law;
- Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program;
- Be a U. S. Citizen or eligible noncitizen with a valid Social Security Number;
- Demonstrate financial need;
- Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) once enrolled at the College;
- Not be in default on any loan or owe a repayment on any grant made at any institution under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965
The amount of Federal Student Aid (FSA) a student may receive is determined by several factors, including the Student Aid Index (SAI) calculated by the Central Processing System (CPS), the College’s Cost of Attendance, and the student’s enrollment status.
Students may check the status of their financial aid via their MyTrenholm portal. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the financial aid department if there are any questions regarding his/her financial aid status.
Students’ Rights and Responsibilities
- Students have the right to obtain information about financial assistance programs available at the College.
- Students have the right to discuss financial aid eligibility with personnel in the Office of Financial Aid.
- Students receiving financial aid are responsible for registering only for courses that are in their degree plan.
- Students are responsible for following financial aid application and/or reapplication procedures.
- Students are responsible for understanding the Federal Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.
Disclaimer: Programs with the Financial Aid department are mandated by federal and state guidelines and regulations. Be advised that the information contained in this section of the College Catalog is subject to change.