Financial Situation Changed

Problem

My financial situation has changed. What can I do to see if I qualify for more financial assistance?

Solution

The Office of Financial Aid will consider special circumstances, which may affect your need, on a case-by-case basis.

Reasons that may be considered for a Special Circumstances Review include:

• loss of income due to layoff

• disability

• divorce

• separation or loss of untaxed benefits 

• death of spouse (independent students or parents (dependent student)Please contact the Financial Aid Office at fa@pccc.edu if you feel you have an extreme situation that may allow for a Special Circumstances Review.

The student will need to speak with a Financial Aid Counselor to determine the documents to submit for:

• special circumstances

• dependency override

• professional judgment

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