Paying for College: Financial Aid

What is a priority deadline?
Priority deadlines are the dates PCC has set to ensure that students submit the FAFSA and all additional requirements in […]
Do I need to know anything as a first time borrower?
There is a lot you need to know as a first time borrower. Here are just a couple of the […]
I want financial aid. How do I get started?
To apply for financial aid, you should go to www.fafsa.gov and complete the application for the academic year in which […]
What does it mean to be in default on my student loans?
To be in default means you didn’t make the required payments on your student loans. The consequences of default can […]
How do I see how much I have borrowed?
To see how much you’ve borrowed, you should visit the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS?). You will be able […]
How do I apply for a deferment or forbearance?
To request a deferment or forbearance, you must contact your loan servicer. Your loan servicer is the company that handles […]
What is the difference between a host school and a home school?
Your home school is where your financial will be sent. Once your home school receives your financial aid, they will […]
How do I check my student aid report?
If you provided an email address on your FAFSA, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to access an […]
How do I know who holds my loan?
The company who holds your loan is called your loan servicer. To find your loan servicer, visit the?National Student Loan […]
How do I consolidate my student loans?
There are several ways to apply for loan consolidation: Apply online at the Direct Consolidation Loans website Apply by phone […]