Cost and Financial Aid - Frederick Community College

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Frederick Community College makes getting a college education affordable. Our Financial Services Offices are here to help you navigate paying for school.

Financial Aid can help you complete your FAFSA, apply for local, state and federal aid opportunities including scholarships, grants, loans and work study.

The Student Accounts Office can help you with tuition rates, payment deadlines and flexible options for paying.

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The Financial Aid Office at Frederick Community College (FCC) works with students and parents to identify various financing options to help pay educational expenses.

Each year eligible students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSA makes financing your education possible through a customized combination of federal grants, loans, and work-study.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA is now available and should be completed using 2020 tax/income data! If you are considering attending FCC for the fall 2022, spring 2023, and/or summer 2023 semesters, you should include FCC’s school code (002071) on your FAFSA to ensure we receive your FAFSA.

Maryland’s priority deadline is 3/1/2022; however, you can still submit your FAFSA if you miss this date.

The 2021-2022 FAFSA can be still completed for aid consideration for the fall 2021, spring 2022, and summer 2022 semesters. This FAFSA will require 2019 tax/income data.

Additionally, if you need assistance in completing your FAFSA application or have questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (301) 846-2620 (option 1) or [email protected].

Financial Aid Special Circumstance

The 2021-2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is based on 2019 income information. If you (or your parents, if dependent) have had significant, involuntary changes to income since 2019 you may be eligible for a ‘Special Circumstance’ review, which will allow FCC’s Financial Aid Office to make changes to your FAFSA using professional judgement, as authorized by law.

Please contact the Financial Aid Office via email, phone, or walk-in visit to inquire. The Financial Aid Office can be reached via email at [email protected] or via phone by dialing (301) 846-2620 (option 1).

MSFAA for Undocumented Students

Did you know there are financial aid opportunities available for students who are undocumented?

The is available for students who are undocumented and qualify for in-state tuition under §15–106.8 of the MD Education Article. More information about the MSFAA can be reviewed here.

We are Going Mostly Electronic

After completing and submitting the FAFSA form, refer to your myFCC account for a checklist of financial aid tasks that you may need to complete. Check myFCC regularly for Financial Aid award status updates.

Please note: "Estimated" loan amounts indicate the maximum eligible amount for a student who is enrolled full-time. An "Estimated" loan amount status does not secure course registrations nor guarantee receipt of all funds. To apply for a Direct Student Loan, complete a submitted Direct Student Loan Request Form. Contact your adviser or the Financial Aid Office for more information.

Have Questions About The Status Of Your Financial Aid?

Students must monitor their to-do list through their PeopleSoft student portal “Self Service” account. https://myfcc.frederick.edu/portal.aspx If you have any current outstanding verification items in your to-do list we will be unable to process your financial aid file. The Student Loan Request form is only required to complete for students who wish to borrow Federal Direct Student Loans.

You may also view your Financial Aid Awards in your PeopleSoft “Self Service” account. To view your awards, click on “View Financial Aid” under the Finances section. These amounts are estimates based on Full Time enrollment status for the entire year and can change based on your enrollment status. To ensure your classes are required for your major, please make sure you review your Degree Plan in your PeopleSoft student center, or regularly meet with an Academic Advisor.Once you register for classes the Finances section will also show your charges and any pending aid, should you have any.

Charging Books Using Financial Aid

If you are awarded financial aid that exceeds the actual cost of tuition and fees, you may elect to use the additional funds to purchase books from the FCC Bookstore.

You may check your awards on your PeopleSoft student center to determine if you have an excess of financial aid. Or you may visit the Student Accounts Office and request a Student Account Summary to determine if your financial award exceeds the cost of tuition and fees.

FAFSA Finish

Do you need help completing your FAFSA or MSFAA?

FCC has collaborated with The Community Foundation of Frederick County, Frederick County Public Libraries, Frederick County Public Schools, Frederick County Workforce Services, Hood College, Housing Authority of the City of Frederick, Mount St. Mary's University, and United Way of Frederick County to offer FAFSA Finish events!

Students and families may register here: http://www.frederickcountygives.org/FAFSAFinish.
Additional dates may be added.

If there are no appointments available, please email [email protected] or call the FCC Financial Aid Office at (301) 846-2620 (option 1) to set up a FAFSA/MSFAA appointment.

Loan Exit Counseling

Loan Exit Counseling is required for all departing students and those who drop below half-time enrollment (5 credits or less per term). Loan Exit Counseling is a federal requirement and should be completed at www.nslds.ed.gov

Loan Exit Counseling prepares students for loan repayment, explains student loan rights and responsibilities, and identifies repayment plan options.

Please contact the Financial Aid Office if you plan to leave school, graduate, or drop below half-time enrollment.

Tuition & Fees

Our tuition and fees are less than half of what they are at four-year public colleges in Maryland.

Annual costs for a full-time in-county student taking 30 credit hours per year, often 15 credit hours during fall and spring semesters:

FCC $4,717

$4,717

4-Year Public College (In State) $10,560

$10,560

4-Year Private College $37,650

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Tuition and fees per credit are:

$158.34
In-County:

$311.34
Out-of-County:

$411.34
Out-of-State:

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Residency & Tuition

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Financial Aid Office

Phone: 301.846.2620
Fax: 301.624.2886
Email Financial Aid

Assists students with the FAFSA and informs students of available aid and how to apply for it

Financial Aid (3rd Floor)
Jefferson Hall (J302)
Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday*: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

*Thursday hours: Open until 6:00 p.m. (January, July, August)

Please contact us via email or phone and if needed, a virtual Zoom appointment can be scheduled depending on student needs.

Student Accounts Office

Phone: 301.846.2658
Fax: 301.846.2648
Email Student Accounts

Handles student tuition payments and helps students access payment plans

Enrollment Center-1st Floor
Jefferson Hall (J112)
Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday*: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

*Thursday hours: Open until 6:00 p.m. (January, July, August)

FCC Foundation, Inc.

Phone: 301.846.2438
Email Foundation Office

Awards scholarships and provides emergency aid assistance for students experiencing unexpected hardships

Annapolis Hall (A-200)
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.