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Paying For College

For many students, paying for college is an insurmountable barrier. A college degree comes with a mountain of student loan debt that takes years to repay. TCC’s affordable tuition rates and financial aid packages enable 60% of our graduates to leave with NO student debt.

You may also qualify for scholarship opportunities, grants, military education benefits and loans that will help you achieve your educational goals.

Financial Aid

Completing the U.S. government’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step to receiving many types of financial assistance for college.

Financial Aid can be used to cover expenses like tuition and fees, books and supplies, transportation and child care, and is awarded in different forms: grants, loans, scholarships and work-study.

Some funds are first-come, first-served, so it’s best to complete the FAFSA by March 1, the priority deadline. The award year includes the fall, spring and summer terms.

Still a Little Short? We Can Help.

A college education is an important investment in your future, but you don’t want to break the bank pursuing your dreams. Here are a few other options to help with paying for college.

Workforce Financial Assistance

TCC offers additional financial aid opportunities for our non-credit workforce courses in the skilled trades, health care, and more!

Need Help? Contact Us

Chesapeake

757-822-5164
Chesfinaid@tcc.edu

Norfolk

757-822-1266
Nfinaid@tcc.edu

Portsmouth

757-822-2666
Pfinaid@tcc.edu

Virginia Beach

757-822-7349
Vbfinaid@tcc.edu