Financial Aid
Last updated on August 5th, 2022 at 04:45 pm
Federal Funds Still Available!
The American Rescue Plan has provided emergency grants averaging $1,739 for WCC students. To receive a grant, register for Fall 2022 courses now and maximize your eligibility for relief funds.
You do not need to contact the Financial Aid Office to receive the award. All students who have completed a FAFSA will be reviewed in the fourth week of the Fall 2022 semester.
These funds can be used towards your WCC account balance or other eligible expenses, including tuition, food, housing, health care (including mental health care), or childcare. The ARP emergency grant does NOT need to be paid back and will NOT affect your financial aid award amounts for academic year 2021-22. You must be registered for the Fall 2022 semester and have a completed FAFSA on file to be considered for ARP emergency grant funding. If you have not already registered or completed a FAFSA at this time, please do so as soon as possible. ARP grants are provided on a rolling basis. Click here to learn more about Federal COVID Student Emergency Aid at WCC
Important
The Financial Aid Office is currently offering to assist our students, their families, and our community both remotely and on campus. With guidance from state and local health officials to help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, we are offering our services in a safe social distanced setting. Rest assured, that Westchester Community College professionals are working to continue to give you the level of service you expect and deserve! As you scroll down through this page, you will find the information that you need to be in contact with us. Please read the information carefully and send us an email or log into QMinder for assistance. We will get back to you soon.
Speak with a Student Financial Assistance Representative
Go to Get Financial Aid Assistance to speak with a Student Financial Assistance Representative about financial aid. Representatives are available to help you via Zoom, phone or email.
Fax: 914-606-7807
finaid@sunywcc.edu
Financial Aid Office Hours
Monday and Tuesday 9am – 5pm
Wednesday and Thursday 9am – 7pm
Friday 9am – 12pm
Office of Student Financial Assistance
If your last name begins with the following letters, please contact:
A & B, U through Z: Jose Abeijon C through G: Andres Carpio H through N: Brian Smarsch O through T: Christopher Thomas
| Student Financial Assistance Counselor | J. Abejion |
Financial Aid Counseling, Loans, and Documentation |
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| Student Financial Assistance Counselor | B. Smarsch |
Financial Aid Counseling, Loans, and Documentation |
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| Student Financial Assistance Counselor | C. Thomas |
Financial Aid Counseling, Loans, and Documentation |
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| Student Financial Assistance Counselor | A. Carpio |
Financial Aid Counseling, Loans, and Documentation |
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| Recorder | E. Ihandle |
Process TAP, APTS and NYS Programs |
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| Student Financial Assistance Clerk | M. Hernandez |
General Information and Questions |
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| Student Financial Assistance Clerk | A. Phillips |
General Information and Questions |
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| Student Financial Assistance Clerk | W. Galloway |
General Information and Questions |
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| Student Financial Assistance Clerk | K. Bagby |
General Information and Questions |
The Office of Student Financial Assistance Mission Statement
The Office of Student Financial Assistance plays a major role in providing access to post-secondary education for students by assisting them in receiving grants, work, loans and scholarships to finance their higher education. The Office of Student Financial Assistance serves as a student advocate while also advancing institutional policy and objectives within the framework of rules and regulations governing State, Federal and Private funding sources of aid to whom it must account for the expenditure of funds.Priority Deadline
Fall 2022 Priority Deadline: New Students April 15, 2022, Returning Students June 1, 2022Spring 2023 Priority Deadline: All Students December 15, 2022
FAFSA 2022-2023 application available online
Ability to Benefit Financial Aid Exam Review Material
CLICK HEREFinancial Aid Workshop
Financial Aid Workshop ScheduleImportant Information
Pell grants for Students in Career Pathways Programs Alert: To order tax transcript, the online Get Transcript service is currently unavailable. You may still order transcripts using the Get Transcript by Mail service at http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Get-Transcript- FSA ID replaces Federal PIN for all Federal Student Aid websites. Click the link, Create An FSA ID, at https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm.
- How to Create An FSA ID Step by Step (PDF)
- All federal student and parent loans will be processed under the Federal Direct effective with the Fall 09 semester. For more information, please click on one of the following links: Loan Programs
- Tutorial Guide to complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- How to View Your Financial Aid
Accepting Your Financial Aid Award $
Students are required to accept their Financial Aid award on the MyWCC portal, Student Center page.- Sign on to your MyWCC
- Go to Student Center Page
- Financial Aid Box
- Go to Accept/Decline
- Clip the "pencil" to edit; drop down to accept
- Click the submit button
What Is Financial Aid and Cost of Attendance?
Financial Aid is assistance in the form of grants, loans, and work. It is provided by federal, state, local or private sources to help meet college expenses. Most financial aid is based on financial need, enrollment status, satisfactory academic progress and attendance, and availability of funds. It is intended to supplement, not to replace, family and student contributions. Loans must be repaid with interest.
The information you supply on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine your (or your family’s) contribution to your college education. Financial need is defined as the difference between total college costs (tuition, fees, transportation, books, and personal expenses) and the student’s and/or family’s contribution.
How Cost of Education is Determined To determine how much financial aid you may receive, the Office of Student Financial Assistance first determines your cost of attendance. Below is a sample cost of attendance for an academic year for full time students who are dependent and independent paying resident tuition and for an independent and dependent student required to pay non-resident tuition based on 2017-2018 tuition charges.
Sample Budget Full-Time, 12 or more units
| DEPENDENT IN STATE | DEPENDENT NON-RESIDENT | |
| TUITION | 4,280 | 11,770 |
| FEES | 572 | 572 |
| BOOKS | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| ROOM | 0 | 0 |
| BOARD | 3,100 | 3,100 |
| PERSONAL | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| TRANSPORTATION | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| TOTAL | 13,352 | 20,842 |
| INDEPENDENT IN-STATE | INDEPENDENT NON-RESIDENT | |
| TUITION | 4,280 | 11,770 |
| FEES | 572 | 572 |
| BOOKS | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| ROOM | 6,200 | 6,200 |
| BOARD | 3,100 | 3,100 |
| PERSONAL | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| TRANSPORTATION | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| TOTAL | 19,552 | 27,042 |
Note: Figures are subject to change. How need is Determined
You and your family’s ability to contribute to your education is determined by a formula set by law which analyzes the information submitted on your FAFSA. The result of this process is referred to as your EFC or Effective Family Contribution.
Your need is your total Cost of Education as determined by the institutional budget minus your EFC or Effective Family Contribution.
Since family financial strength and EFC is based on prior prior years’ income and family situation (e.g. 2015 information is used to determine your EFC for 2017-2018) circumstances could have changed such as loss of job, death etc. If you or your family experience dramatic changes in their financial situation form one year to the next, you should collect all appropriate documentation and make an appointment with your financial aid counselor to have your circumstances re-evaluated.
Codes, Government Websites and Telephone Numbers
Codes:
- FAFSA Code: 002881
- TAP Code: 2160
Government Websites:
Federal
- Department of Education: www.ed.gov, 1-800-872-5327
- Federal Student Aid: www.studentaid.ed.gov, 1-800-433-3243/TTY 1-800-730-8913
- FAFSA on the web: www.fafsa.gov, 1-800-433-3243/TTY 1-800-730-8913
- FSA ID: https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm, 1-800-433-3243/TTY 1-800-730-8913
- Direct Loan Entrance Counseling: www.studentloans.gov.
- Direct Loan Master Promissory Note: www.studentloans.gov.
- Direct Loan Exit Interview: http://mappingyourfuture.org/, 1-800-374-4072
- Direct Loan and Pell grant national data system: www.nslds.ed.gov, 1-800-433-3243 TTY 1-800-730-8913
- Loan Ombudsman Group: www.ombudsman.ed.gov, 1-877-557-2575
- Selective Service: www.sss.gov, 1-888-655-1825, 1-847-688-6888
- Tax Transcripts: http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Get-Transcript, 1-800-829-1040
- Veteran's Benefits or status: www.benefits.va.gov, 1-800-827-1000
NY State
- HESC/TAP https://www.hesc.ny.gov : , 1-888-697-4372,
- New York State Department of Taxation: www.tax.ny.gov, 518-457-5181
- The New York State Advocacy Unit, 1-888-215-0196
Financial Hold/Student Loan Exit Counseling
A Financial Hold will prevent your aid from being processed through our system.
It is because you borrowed a Federal Direct Student Loan or a FFELP loan to help finance your college education at Westchester Community College and/or another college. Our records indicate that you fall into one of the following categories:- Not registered in this current semester
- Not registered at Westchester Community College, but are registered at another college
- Enrolled for less than 6 credits
- Scheduled to graduate at the end of this semester
- Indicated on your loan application that you would graduate this semester
- Withdrew or dropped out of school
- Select Complete Online counseling (menu on left)
- Select Exit Counseling
- Select Direct Loan Exit (previously Stafford exit)
- Begin Exit Counseling.
If you have any questions or comments you may reach the Financial Aid Office at (914) 606-6615.
Campus Reservations-Admissions and Financial Aid Documentation Drop-Off
Please complete the form if you would like to drop off documentation to the Office of Student Financial Assistance (Financial Aid) on the main campus in Valhalla. Students may be permitted to drop off necessary paperwork that can’t be done remotely. For example:- Students are permitted to drop off documentation for proof of citizenship in order for the FAFSA to be processed.
- Students who need to drop off their High School Diploma for Admissions would also be permitted to drop off their paperwork.
Drop offs will be permitted on the following dates:
- June 29th
- July 6th
Please select the date that you would like to request. All time frames are between 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at this time.
Speak with a Student Financial Assistance Representative
Go to Get Financial Aid Assistance to speak with a Student Financial Assistance Representative about financial aid. Representatives are available to help you via Zoom, phone or email. Fax: 914-606-7807 finaid@sunywcc.eduFinancial Aid Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday and Fridays – 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday & Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.When Do I Apply
To ensure timely processing of your financial aid, all applications should be submitted at least three months prior to the date you intend to register. We urge all students to apply for aid soon after April 15 or earlier, after their taxes have been filed. The recommended Priority Packaging Date for the fall semester is May 1. For the spring semester it is October 30. Priority is given to students who not only successfully completed their FAFSA but also submitted all necessary information to the college by the respective priority processing dates.
How Do I Apply
- Federal aid
- Federal Loans
- Federal Direct PLUS Loan
- TAP (New York State Residents Only)
- APTS (Aid for Part Time Study)
- Scholarship
Video
7 Easy Steps to Complete FAFSAWho is Eligible?
To be eligible for federal student aid you must at least:
- Be matriculated in a degree program or certificate program of 24 or more credits*. In some cases, less-than-half-time students may be eligible for FSEOG, FWS and/or FPELL aid programs, depending upon appropriation and funds availability.
- Be a citizen or eligible non-citizen.
- Have a valid Social Security number (with the exception of students from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau);
- Be registered with Selective Service, if you’re a male (you must register between the ages of 18 and 25)
- Be evaluated to have need. Need is defined as the cost of education (tuition, fees, books, etc.) minus the expected student and/or family contribution.
- Not owe a refund for any federal aid received at Westchester Community College or any other college.
- Possess a HS diploma or GED. Transcripts or other official proof of completion must be submitted to the Office of Admissions before aid can be disbursed.
- Not be convicted of any offense involving the possession or sale of a controlled substance while receiving federal aid.
- Sign statements on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) stating that
- you are not in default on a federal student loan and do not owe money on a federal student grant and
- you will use federal student aid only for educational purposes
- Meet federal Satisfactory Progress Standards. (SAP).
- Meet the college’s academic standards.
- Not have a college Financial Aid Hold.
To be eligible for TAP you must at least:
- Be a legal resident of New York State (that is, you must have lived in the State for at least one year prior to the first term for which you are seeking payment).
- Be a US citizen, permanent resident or hold an I-94 visa as a refugee, paroled refugee or conditional entrant.
- Have a US high school diploma, GED, or received a passing score on an approved ability-to-benefit test.
- Be matriculated in a degree program or certificate program of 24 or more credits*. Be enrolled full-time, that is, must have 12 credits or more--which includes at least one 15 week course--all of which must be registered before add-drop period of the 15 week course is over.
- Remain in good academic standing for New York State financial aid programs by meeting Academic Progress requirements and demonstrating Program Pursuit each semester you receive TAP.
- Meet the economic criteria.
- Not be in default of a Federal Student Loan (see eligibility for federal student aid above)
*Certificate programs that require less than 24 credits are not eligible either for federal or state financial aid. These include:
- Computer Programing
- Medical Billing and Coding --for any requirement term prior to Fall 2016
- Teaching Assistant
Types of Financial Aid
Federal (Westchester Community College Federal school code 002881)
Grants Loans Federal Work StudyNY State (Westchester Community College NYS school code 2160)
Grants Scholarships and AwardsPrivate
Scholarships Private Student loans VETERANSOTHER
Viking Dining Dollars Rent Textbooks in the FSA BookstoreAbility to Benefit
ATB Study Guide and Materials for Financial Aid TAP Eligibility (Foreign Diplomas)
The Ability to Benefit (ATB) testing requirement is for students who are seeking financial aid awards under the state's Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and do not have a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED) from a United States high school. In order for you to be considered for a New York State grant, such as the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP), you must successfully complete the Ability to Benefit (ATB) Test. Do not use this page/form if you are applying to take the 24 Credit GED Program.
This test is separate and in addition to the College placement test you may have already taken. Please be aware, the ATB test is not the sole determinate in the distribution of these awards.
All testing will take place in coordination with the Testing and Assessment Center. You must schedule your ATB exam below. ATB tests are scheduled separately from regular placement exams. They will be offered multiple times per month at both the Valhalla Campus and extension sites.
Please Sign Up for the ATB Exam HereQuestions regarding the ATB test can be directed to the Placement Testing Office at Testing.Center@sunywcc.edu or 914-606-6969.
What is verification?
Every year, a sample of students are selected for federal verification. The student may see this indicated on the Student Aid Report or via a notification from the Office of Student Financial Assistance. Verification is the process used to confirm the data reported on a student's FAFSA. The Department of Education provides us with the authority to request any documentation necessary to complete verification.
The student and/or parent must provide the requested documentation by the deadline indicated in the notification. Failure to complete the verification process will result in ineligibility for federal student aid, including grants, loans and work-study. Federal Verification does not impact eligibility for institutional scholarships, state grants and/or outside awards.
Required Documentation for 2022-2023
All students selected for verification must provide the following:
- Verification Worksheet: either the 2022-23 Dependent Verification Worksheet or the 2022-23 Independent Verification Worksheet.
- Some students may be required to complete this form at the Office of Student Financial Assistance: Identity and Statement of Educational Purpose. This form must be completed in the presence of a financial aid staff member! Do not complete before coming to the office.
- Verification of Parent/Student Income & Taxes: Families have 4 options for verifying income information. You are required to select 1 of the 4.
- IRS Data Retrieval
- When completing the income sections of the FAFSA, the applicant and parent are given the option to have data retrieved directly from the IRS. This is called the IRS data retrieval tool. Families that completed the FAFSA using the IRS data retrieval tool should not need to provide additional tax information. Since this is the QUICKEST and MOST ACCURATE way to complete the verification process, it is HIGHLY recommended that families use the data retrieval tool.
- Signed copy of 2020 Federal Tax Return
- 2020 Federal Tax Return Transcript from the IRS
- Non-Filers Statement from the IRS
- Non tax filers (except for dependent students) will have to provide documentation of non-filing. This can be obtained from the IRS using Form 4506-T and checking box 7. ALL non-tax filers (parents and students) that worked must also provide copies of all 2020 W-2 forms from all employers.
Verification & Billing
Financial aid will not pay to the student's semester bill until the verification documents have been submitted and reviewed by the Office of Student Financial Assistance. As a result, a student may not receive a refund from excess federal student aid until the process is complete. Credit from financial aid will be removed from the student's account as of October 31st. Students with unpaid accounts may result in a hold to prevent the student's registration until the bill is paid. Therefore, it is imperative that students/families complete the verification process before the deadline.
The Verification Review
Once all appropriate documentation has been provided, a staff member from the Office of Student Financial Assistance will review the information and make corrections to the FAFSA as necessary. We may also request additional documentation to complete the review. Students will receive an updated financial aid award if changes have been made to their financial aid package.
Deadlines
Documents pertaining to verification should be submitted as soon as possible but no later than September 1, 2022 (March 15, 2023) for new spring admits) in order for financial aid to remain as anticipated credit on a student's account. The final deadline is 120 days after the last day of enrollment or September 15 of the next academic year, whichever comes first. Note that federal loans cannot be certified after the student ceases to be enrolled, whether due to withdrawal or the end of the enrollment period.
Sending Verification Documents to Our Office
We strongly recommend that you submit all documents within 14 days of your notification. Make photocopies for your records. Print your name and WCC student ID number on each page of the documents you submit.
Submit all documents in person (if allowed), fax, or mail
Fax: (914) 606-7807Mail:
Westchester Community College
Office of Student Financial Assistance
Administration Building, Room 120
75 Grasslands Road
Valhalla, NY 10595
Maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Both federal and state regulations require students to meet basic academic standards in order to remain eligible for financial assistance. Failure to meet one or more of the established standards of satisfactory academic progress (SAP) will make a student ineligible for financial aid.
All previous academic history, even if the student didn't receive financial aid, is included in the academic review. Compliance with state standards is reviewed each semester; federal standards are reviewed every May.
It is the students responsibility to monitor academic progress and to understand the criteria needed to maintain both federal and state financial aid eligibility.Federal Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress
Federal financial aid regulations assess progress using three criteria: Pace, Grade Point Average (GPA), and Maximum Timeframe.
- Pace of Academic Progression: A student's pace is calculated by dividing the number of hours earned by the total number of hours attempted. A student must complete at least 67% (rounded up to the nearest credit) of all cumulative credit hours to continue receiving federal student aid.
- Grade Point Average: A student must earn a minimum 2.0 Cumulative GPA.
- Maximum Timeframe: Federal aid cannot be paid to a student who exceeds 150% of the published length of the degree program. Typically, the number of credits required for degree program is 60, therefore, the maximum number of attempted credits allowed is 90.
All credits attempted at SUNY Westchester Community College, even terms in which the student did not receive financial aid, are included in attempted credits including all W, I, and F grades. Transfer credits accepted by SUNY Westchester Community College will be included as both credits attempted and credits completed. Transfer credits not accepted are not considered.
Withdrawals are also included in the attempted credits calculation. Incompletes will not be included until a grade has been assigned. Repeat courses are counted once. Note: Students receiving financial aid should consult the Office of Student Financial Assistance before repeating a course; repeating courses may have an impact on financial aid eligibility.
Failure to Meet Federal Standards
A student that fails to meet the academic standards will be notified by an email to your SUNY Westchester Community College account. If a student fails to maintain SAP for federal aid, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Students on suspension are not eligible of federal financial aid, including grants, loans, and work-study.
Update due to COVID-19: Students impacted by the campus closure, transition to online courses, and/or the coronavirus are encouraged to submit a letter of appeal (see Appeal Process below) explaining how they were impacted. While documentation is recommended (if available) it is NOT required.
Reinstatement of Federal Aid Eligibility
The College may consider exceptional circumstances which would justify an appeal allowing the student to receive financial aid for the following semester. Students that wish to appeal should follow the instructions under the appeal process section below.
Appeals for federal aid will result in one of three decisions:
- Financial Aid Probation: A student whose appeal is granted will be put on Financial Aid Probation and will regain eligibility for federal aid. If after the next semester the student still does not meet the SAP standards, they will be ineligible for further aid until they do.
- Financial Aid Probation with Academic Plan: A student whose appeal is accepted who will not be able to regain satisfactory academic standing in one semester will be placed on Financial Aid Probation with an Academic Plan. Plans will vary depending on academic record. Upon completion of the semester on an academic plan, a student must meet all terms of their individualized plan. If they do not, they will lose future eligibility for all federal aid.
- Loss of Eligibility: If an appeal is denied, the student will be ineligible for further aid until they meet the SAP standards.
State Financial Aid Standards of Academic Progress
The criteria below is used to assess New York State academic progress and impacts students receiving NY State financial aid not including the Excelsior Scholarship.
To maintain academic eligibility for the New York State Excelsior Scholarship, students must successfully complete at least 30 credits per year towards their degree. (Repeat courses will not count towards the 30 credits.) College credits earned while in high school are 'banked' and may be used to fulfill the 30 credit hour/year requirement.
This chart should be used for students who first received TAP in 2010-2011 or later.
| End of Semester | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
Required Sem. Hours of Graded (non-W’s) Credits |
6 |
6 |
9 |
9 |
12 |
12 |
Required Minimum Cumulative Hrs. Earned |
6 |
15 |
27 |
39 |
51 |
66 |
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average |
1.50 |
1.80 |
1.80 |
2.0 |
2.0 |
2.0 |
This chart should be used for students in the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and those who first received TAP prior to 2010-2011.
| End of Semester | 1 | 2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
| Required Sem. Hours of Graded (non-W’s) Credits | 6 | 6 |
9 |
9 |
12 |
12 |
Required Minimum Cumulative Hrs. Earned |
3 |
9 |
21 |
33 |
45 |
60 |
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average |
1.10 |
1.20 |
1.30 |
2.0 |
2.0 |
2.0 |
*Students may only receive 4 semesters of TAP. The only exception is students in the Education Opportunity Program (EOP) who may receive up to 6 semesters of state aid.
Failure to Meet State Standards
A student that fails to meet the academic standards for NYS financial aid will be notified by an email to your SUNY Westchester Community College account. Notices will be sent upon completion of the term once grades are submitted and reviewed.
Update due to COVID-19: Students impacted by the campus closure, transition to online courses, and/or the coronavirus are encouraged to submit a letter of appeal (see Appeal Process below) explaining how they were impacted. While documentation is recommended (if available) it is NOT required.
Reinstatement of State Eligibility
Students who lose their eligibility for NYS financial aid for failing to meet the standards listed above may appeal to have their State financial aid eligibility reinstated. If approved, state aid will be reinstated. Such a waiver can be granted only one time in a student's undergraduate academic career.
In order to apply for an appeal, see the appeal process section below. The student must demonstrate that an unusual/extenuating circumstance existed while the student was enrolled at SUNY Westchester Community College and had affected their academic performance; that the circumstance is now resolved or no longer exists; and provide documentation.
Appeal Process
An appeal is a signed and completed Satisfaction Academic Progress application written by the student petitioning the school for reconsideration of their eligibility for student aid.Appeals will be granted in accordance with the following policy: An appeal for federal and/or state aid will be granted if situations beyond the student's control prevent the student from maintaining satisfactory academic progress. These situations must be documented by an unbiased third-party or on- or off-campus agencies. The appeal will be granted only when there is reasonable expectation that the student will meet future academic requirements.
Update due to COVID-19: Students impacted by the campus closure, transition to online courses, and/or the coronavirus are encouraged to submit a letter of appeal explaining how they were impacted. While documentation is recommended (if available) it is NOT required.
An appeal may be granted based on:
- Personal Medical Problems
- Family Medical Problems
- Severe Personal Problems
- Other extenuating circumstances beyond the control of the student
Third party documentation is required with all appeals. Appeals will not be granted to students who reduce their course loads to avoid academic difficulty.
To apply for an appeal, students must submit a signed and completed Satisfaction Academic Progress application by the deadline including:
- SUNY Westchester Community College Student ID number
- Expected graduation date
- Details on the extenuating circumstances that interfered with the student's academic progress and supporting documentation
- Details on how the circumstances have changed
- The completion of a financial literacy course in the SUNY Smart Track System. To create an account, please click create an account.
This statement must be accompanied by third party documentation supporting the given reasons for failing to maintain academic progress.
The Office of Student Financial Assistance will review the student's request and supporting documentation. The decision regarding the appeal is final.
Sending Student Academic Progress Documents to Our Office
We strongly recommend that you submit all documents within 14 days of your notification. Make photocopies for your records. Print your name and WCC student ID number on each page of the documents you submit.
Submit all documents in person (if allowed), fax, or mail
Fax: (914) 606-7807
Mail:
Westchester Community College
Office of Student Financial Assistance
Administration Building, Room 120
75 Grasslands Road
Valhalla, NY 10595
Westchester Community College Foundation Scholarships:
To be considered for a scholarship:- There is no scholarship application.All students must file either a FAFSA (US Citizens and Permanent Residents), TAP (US Citizens and Permanent Residents), or the New York State DREAM Act Application (Dreamers, DACA or Undocumented) to be automatically considered for a Westchester Community College Foundation scholarship.
- International Students will have a separate application form. Please click on the following link to complete the International Scholarship form (F-1 International population).
This process will allow the college to provide a comprehensive financial assistance package in a timelier manner.
Students are encouraged to file annually and as early as possible; priority deadlines for submitting these applications are listed below. Awards will not be renewed without one of the appropriate applications on file.
Priority Deadlinefor filing Financial Aid forms to be considered for a Westchester Community College Foundation Scholarships:
Upcoming Fall SemesterScholarships: Awarded for both the fall and spring semesters.
New Students: April 15th for the fall semester
Current Students: June 15th for the fall semester and must be enrolled in at least 12 credits for the upcoming fall semester.
Spring Semester Scholarships: Awarded only for the spring semester. Are not always available. However, if they are students must have one of the appropriate applications listed above on file by December 15th for the upcoming spring semester.
Students who receive a scholarship must maintain the minimal gpa of the designated scholarship and be enrolled in at least 12 credits in the semester/ semesters they receive the scholarship (unless otherwise noted). No students shall receive a scholarship for more than four semesters and not all scholarships are renewable.
Students who are awarded a scholarship in the fall semester will not be reviewed for any additional scholarship in the spring semester.
Scholarship Awards:
List of scholarships funded by the Westchester Community College Foundation
You may still apply for Emergency Aid here
For information on establishing a scholarship fund, please visit the Scholarship Fund Page.
How to Videos and Resources
Before Completing the FAFSA:
Ready to Complete the FAFSA:
After You Have Completed the FAFSA:
2021-2022 Forms
2022-2023 Forms
- 2ND-DEGREE-CHANGE-FORM
- Certification-of-Proof-of-Citizenship
- Child-Care-Assessment-Sheet
- Dependent-Verification-Worksheet
- HOW-TO-APPLY-FOR-A-FEDERAL-DIRECT-STAFFORD-LOAN
- Identity-and-Statement-of-Eductional-Purpose
- INDEPENDENT-Verification-Worksheet
- Parent-Refusal-Form-To-Complete-FAFSA-Form
- SAP-Appeal-Form