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Financial Aid

How to Pay for College

FAFSA Login

CVCC School Code: 005318

View FAFSA Information 

The most important step in applying for financial aid is completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students should complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1 each year.

To complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA, students should use their and/or their parents’ 2021 tax information.

Note: There is NO charge associated with submitting the FAFSA. It is a FREE application. If students have questions, contact The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, or the Federal Student Aid Agency at (800) 433-3243.

View Scholarships

Find and apply for Scholarships. Start researching early, meet deadlines, and you may be on your way to scholarship success.

View Student Payment Information

The Business Office provides information about current tuition, collects payments, and helps set up payment plans.

View Federal Work Study Requirements

Federal Work-Study provides need-based employment to eligible students.

View VA Information

CVCC is an excellent choice for military service members, veterans, and their spouses and independents. We are proud to help coordinate VA Benefits with the student’s educational goals.

Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits

CVCC is approved for Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits. Any student wishing to use VA Benefits should contact Erin Conway, CVCC VA Certifying Official, to determine if your program of study is approved.

View Alternative Loans

Alternative educational loans are non-federal loans offered through third-party sources to assist with the cost of your education. CVCC is required to certify these loans to ensure that the loan amount does not exceed the cost of attendance. If a student decides that an alternative loan is right for them, they may borrow from any lender that they choose. When choosing a lender for an alternative loan, the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid encourages students to consider the following factors:
  • Loan costs (interest rates and fees)
  • Borrower benefits and discounts
  • Customer service

View Disbursement Schedule

Financial aid funds will be disbursed to student accounts using the schedule listed below, provided all outstanding financial aid requirements have been met. Financial aid funds are first applied to student charges (tuition, fees, books charged, etc.). If a remaining balance exists, a refund (except work-study) will be sent to the student’s selected refund preference with BankMobile Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc. For more information about BankMobile Disbursements, visit the BankMobile Disbursements Refund Choices.

View Childcare Assistance Information

The Child Care Assistance Program serves student-parents who need assistance paying for child care costs in order to attend Catawba Valley Community College. The program aims to increase the retention of eligible students so they can plan and complete a training program in order to become economically self-sufficient.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide students with access to financial aid services for the attainment and completion of education. We offer a variety of financial aid resources which empower students to navigate the college journey without financial worry.

Please review the links above to help you make informed, wise decisions regarding Financial Aid at Catawba Valley Community College.

Note: Forms must be completed using black or blue ink only. Please print clearly. Computer generated signatures are not acceptable.

Federal Updates

The maximum Federal Pell Grant for the 2025-2026 award year is $7,395.

2023 tax data must be used for 2025-2026 academic year.

Students must now present an unexpired government-issued ID to confirm identity when inquiring about financial aid.

Schools are unable to share student financial aid data with external agencies.

Hours of Operation:

Monday – Thursday: 8am – 5pm

Friday – Sunday: Closed

Office Information:

(828) 327-7000, ext. 4860

Fax: (828) 624-5208

[email protected]

Location: Student Services Building

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