A variety of state and federal funds are available to assist eligible students. An enrollment of at least half-time status (six or more credit hours) is recommended for students to be eligible for most programs.

Students must be enrolled and attending classes that pertain to their degree plan each semester as part of The Victoria College financial aid eligibility requirements. Students are strongly encouraged to contact the Financial Aid office to learn about the assistance available and to determine eligibility. The Financial Aid staff will make every effort to assist students in obtaining the necessary funds to attend college.

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid form (FAFSA), and a Student Information Sheet (all forms are available in the Financial Aid office). If selected for verification, students must submit signed copies of income tax returns, W-2 forms, and information on other sources of income. Also, all students applying for financial assistance must submit a copy of their final high school academic transcript or GED passing scores to the Admissions & Records Office prior to the disbursement of any federal funds.

Students relying on financial aid for payment during Early Registration must have applied by the deadlines (Financial Aid Deadlines), and have final approval (an award letter) from the Financial Aid office prior to registering. Students without an award letter from the Financial Aid Office must be prepared to pay from personal funds.

Students wishing to use financial aid for bookstore charges may do so after they have completed registration and paid for all of their charges or have set up a payment plan with College Central.

After you register for classes, you must activate your financial aid with the College Central. Only the Federal Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), scholarships, and Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) monies be used for tuition, fees, books, and supply charges. Loan funds are not available for initial payment of tuition and fees.

Important

You must contact the College Central to activate your Financial Aid account (excluding loans) before the payment deadline each semester.

Important Dates

Entrance/Exit Loan Counseling: www.mapping-your-future.org