Financial aid is available to qualified students at Columbia-Greene Community College (C-GCC). Financial aid is considered any grant, scholarship, loan, or employment opportunity with the purpose of assisting students with educationally related expenses. Financial aid at C-GCC is awarded on the basis of student need and the availability of funds. Funds are limited so students are encouraged to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after October 1 as possible. The Financial Aid Office welcomes you to come in and use the computers in the office for assistance if necessary.
General Financial Aid Requirements
To be eligible for financial aid a student must:
- Be a U.S. or eligible noncitizen
- Have graduated from a high school in the U.S., or earned a GED
- Be matriculated in an approved program of study and be in good academic standing
Other Assistance
Book store vouchers. Students who will be receiving financial assistance from scholarships, grants, or loans that exceed their tuition costs may be eligible for credit at the College Store for books and supplies one week prior to classes beginning.
Emergency Loans. The Jan Riss/Betty Elliott Emergency Loan Fund was established in 1998 by the Columbia-Greene Community College Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. By establishing this fund, Phi Theta Kappa assists students experiencing short-term financial difficulties. Small, short-term loans (not to exceed $150 per student) will be made for emergency/crisis situations only. Additional documentation may be required; contact the Financial Aid Office for more information.
Columbia-Greene Community College Foundation Award Programs
The Columbia-Greene Community College Foundation administers general and academic scholarships that have been made available by contributions, gifts, and bequests. The Foundation is headed by a Board of Directors comprised of community leaders who oversee the holding, investing, managing, and awarding of Foundation assets. The availability of awards is based on money raised and the disposition of funds is at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors. For further information, contact Laura Goodwin at (518) 697-6369, or email laura.goodwin@sunycgcc.edu.
Work-Study Jobs for Students
The purpose of the Work-Study Program is to provide on/off-campus part-time employment for students, enabling them to gain educationally related experience and financial assistance while in school.
Student Eligibility:
- Determined eligible by the Financial Aid Office through the student financial aid process.
- Currently enrolled for 6 credits.
- Good academic standing.
- U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or a U.S. permanent resident.
Please contact the Financial Aid Office, or https://www.columbiagreene.edu/tuition-financial-aid/financial-aid/ for further details.
Director: Laura Decker
Phone: (518) 697-6362 or email finaid@sunycgcc.edu