Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA, can be challenging at best and a barrier to college attendance at worst. Although the application can be daunting, Danville Community College is making the financial aid process easier than ever with a Walk-in Financial Aid Workshop on Wednesday, November 16 from 4pm – 6pm in Wyatt 111 on the DCC Campus. Attendees will have the opportunity to apply for aid for the Spring 23’ and Fall 23’ semesters.
“Students who do not want to fill out the form alone or who feel intimidated by the process can walk in to our office on November 16th with their 2020 (for Spring 23’) and 2021 (for Fall 23’) tax returns and we can walk them through the process on the spot,” said Angela Turner, financial aid director. “Since we are conducting our Financial Aid Workshop in tandem with our Walk-In Wednesday event in Student Services, those wanting to get started at DCC can come in and apply, register for classes, and get their financial aid application done all in one visit to our campus. Even those simply wanting more information about what we offer are welcome to come and gather information about the process.”
The DCC Student Services Team, as well as the TRIO EOC office, will be offering their services on a walk-in basis with no appointment required on November 16 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., as well as on five additional Wednesdays through out November, December, and January, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
“We are offering walk-in student services throughout the coming months on November 16 & 30; December 7, 14, & 21; and January 4,” said Cathy Pulliam, interim dean of Student Services. “We hope that offering these appointment-free services will make applying and enrolling more accessible to anyone who wants to further their education with us.”
Enrollment for Spring 23’ classes opened on November 1 and the FAFSA for the 23’-24’ academic year became available for submission on October 1 of this year. By offering opportunities for individuals to come to campus and receive support through the process of becoming a student, DCC is hopeful that applying, enrolling, and paying for college will feel attainable and stress-free.
“We know that beginning the journey of obtaining a credential or degree can sometimes feel confusing or overwhelming,” said Dr. Cornelius Johnson, VP of academic affairs and student services. “I am immensely proud of the work being done by our staff to alleviate those feelings and to provide total support for those who want to become part of the DCC Family.”
For more information about the DCC Financial Aid Workshop on November 16, please call 434-797-8567.
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