Apply for Financial Aid

Two financial aid applications are available to FCC students: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) One App. Complete one application only. Which one you complete depends on your citizenship status. 

 

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

The FAFSA is the application used by the U.S. Department of Education to determine the types of financial aid you may qualify for. Completing the FAFSA is free and gives you access to the largest source of financial aid available for college. You must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen to qualify.

Get Started with the FAFSA
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Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) One App

The MHEC One App is available for students who are undocumented and qualify for in-state tuition under Maryland Education Article §15-106.8. This may include students who qualify for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Do not complete both the FAFSA and the MHEC One App.

Get Started with the MHEC One App
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Financial Aid Programs

Frederick Community College students may qualify for financial aid through federal, state, and institutional programs. Aid opportunities include grants, loans, work study funding, and more. Learn about the types of financial aid available to you and what you need to do to qualify.

Financial Aid Programs
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Grants & Scholarships

Grants and scholarships are funding you do not have to repay. Explore opportunities from FCC, the state of Maryland, and outside organizations.

Discover Grant & Scholarship Options

Financial Aid Office Hours

Office Hours
  • Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday hours extend to 6:00 p.m. in January, July, and August.
Notes
  • The office closes at 3:00 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month.
  • The office will be closed November 30 - December 4 for Annual In-Service Training.
  • Walk-ins are welcome.
To schedule an appointment, sign into the Navigate app (click Appointments in the left menu), call 301.846.2620 or visit us in-person at Jefferson Hall (Room J302).

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Contact Us

Student Financial Aid Office
Jefferson Hall (3rd Floor)
 [email protected]
 301.846.2620

Student Accounts Center
Jefferson Hall (3rd Floor)
 [email protected]
 301.846.2456

FCC Foundation Office
Annapolis Hall (2nd Floor)
 [email protected]
 301.846.2438

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