Paying for College: Financial Aid – Ask the Panther /ask-the-panther Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:56:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Will I get as much as I ask for on my AmeriCorps request? /ask-the-panther/792/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:36:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/will-i-get-as-much-as-i-ask-for-on-my-americorps-request/ You will not always receive all that you request. There are a number of reasons why this may be the case. You may have already used more of your service award than you have requested. If you are already receiving student aid, your AmeriCorps funds combined with your aid may not exceed a predetermined budget limit based on tuition, fees, books, supplies, transportation and miscellaneous expenses.

]]> Can I use AmeriCorps funds to pay for non-credit classes? /ask-the-panther/756/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:24:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/can-i-use-americorps-funds-to-pay-for-non-credit-classes/ If you are an AmeriCorps student, you can receive funds to attend non-credit classes. Visit PCC  to learn more.

]]> Will my AmeriCorps funds come to me or to the College? /ask-the-panther/791/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:24:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/will-my-americorps-funds-come-to-me-or-to-the-college/ Your AmeriCorps funds will be sent to the college and applied to your student account. Funds in excess of your charges will be sent to you through the MyRefunds process.

]]> What if I receive more Americorp funds than I need to meet basic college costs? /ask-the-panther/780/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:23:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/what-if-i-receive-more-americorp-funds-than-i-need-to-meet-basic-college-costs/ If you receive more funds than you are charged by the college for tuition and fees, you may receive the excess amount to assist you in meeting living, transportation, book, supply, or miscellaneous expenses. The excess funds are sent electronically, so it is important to set up your MyRefunds option before the term begins.

See how to sign up for MyRefunds.

]]> Do my grading options impact my student record and my financial aid? /ask-the-panther/577/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 18:03:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2013/07/18/do-my-grading-options-impact-my-student-record-and-my-financial-aid/ Yes. Financial aid will not cover an Audit (AUD). Also, there is a limit to the number of Pass (P) credits that can apply towards a degree or certificate. Check the catalog or with an advisor regarding the limit set for your degree or certificate. It is important to review your grading options before registering for classes.

For additional information, go to .

]]> I need money now. Are they any options? /ask-the-panther/738/ Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:04:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2013/08/26/i-need-money-now-are-they-any-options/ Disbursement schedules are determined by the federal government and are not negotiable. If you are facing an unexpected emergency such as an unforeseen eviction or threat to your health or safety, contact the Conduct and Community Support team for referrals to emergency community resources.

]]> How can I use financial aid to buy a computer at the bookstore? /ask-the-panther/654/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 23:32:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/how-can-i-use-financial-aid-to-buy-a-computer-at-the-bookstore/ If you are approved, you will receive up to $550 per term charge limit. If you have funds remaining after you have purchased required books and supplies, you may use the remainder of the $550 toward a necessary technology purchase. Visit the  to learn more.

If you need to use a computer, you can access one in the . PCC libraries have hundreds of computer workstation and also  offer a borrowing program for laptops.

]]> I lost my job. Can I get more financial aid? /ask-the-panther/737/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 21:14:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2020/04/16/i-lost-my-job-can-i-get-more-financial-aid/ If you have had a change in your financial situation because you lost your job, you may qualify for additional financial aid. To see if you qualify for additional financial aid, you will need to:

  1. Receive your .
  2. Follow the directions of the appeal process and download the form on the Change in Financial Situation page.
  3. Provide supporting documentation (see examples on the page).
  4. Submit the form and all documentation to documents@pcc.edu

Please note: Requests that are missing supporting documentation will be denied. Requests for additional funding may take between two and four weeks to process.

]]> Will I get my entire certified AmeriCorps request amount at one time? /ask-the-panther/793/ Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:47:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/will-i-get-my-entire-certified-americorps-request-amount-at-one-time/ It depends on the amount. If you are authorized for an amount of $1500 or more, the disbursement of your funds will be split into two equal checks by the National Service Trust. The second disbursement will come within a few days of the first disbursement.

]]> How much can I request on my AmeriCorps voucher? /ask-the-panther/771/ Mon, 24 Oct 2022 23:34:00 +0000 /ask-the-panther/2014/03/01/how-much-can-i-request-on-my-americorps-voucher/ You may request any amount to cover allowable expenses. Allowable expenses are defined by the Department of Education’s rules to include tuition, fees, books, supplies, transportation, and limited living and food expenses.

Visit PCC’s  webpage to learn more.

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