Financial Aid

Making college affordable

Financial aid can help you pay for college. Many students are eligible for some type of financial assistance like grants, scholarships, or work-study program. The Financial Aid Office at Carteret Community College will work with you to explore options and access the funds you need to pay for college.

How to Apply

The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Include Carteret CC’s FAFSA code 008081 on your application.

Explore Your
Financial Aid

Financial aid includes a variety of sources. Explore which ones are the best fit to help you pay for college.

Receive Your
Financial Aid

Your financial aid award can be used to pay for a variety for educational expenses such as tuition and fees, books, supplies, and additional program requirements.

Maintaining Your
Financial Aid

To receive and keep your financial aid, the federal government requires students to meet a set of standards referred to as Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).