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Financial Aid

The Dallas County Community College District is committed to helping you obtain the financial assistance you need to achieve your educational goals.

If you don't find the information you're looking for here, please see the Financial Aid FAQs and Financial Aid handouts or contact the Financial Aid Office. 

Here are some great hints for completing your FAFSA.

Types of Financial Aid

Financial aid may be categorized into three types:
You should become completely familiar with the terms and conditions of any financial aid award you accept. If you have questions about a specific award, contact the Financial Aid Office.

Financial Aid Award Process

Your eligibility for a financial aid award can be determined:
  • After DCCCD receives the results of your FAFSA data, and
  • After you have been admitted to a Dallas County Community College, and
  • After you have submitted any additional documents requested to the Financial Aid office.
If awarded, the specific package will be determined by your need, as defined by the FAFSA data you submitted, and the financial aid funds available.

Most financial aid programs have limited funds, so it is important to apply and submit required documents as early as possible. Limited funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis.

You will be notified by mail or e-mail when you have an award. You may also view posted financial aid awards, account summaries and other helpful personal information in eConnect, DCCCD's secure online services (requires login).

The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You must be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen to apply for federal aid.