Federal Pell Grant Program
This program awards grants directly to students with payment made through Forsyth Tech. Federal Pell Grants are the "foundation" of student aid to which aid from all other sources may be added.
Eligibility
Student's eligibility is determined by using a formula established by Congress which takes into consideration family financial circumstances. The formula produces an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) number that is used by the institution to determine the amount of the Federal Pell Grant.
Applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be undergraduates enrolled as either part-time or full-time students in an approved postsecondary institution who have not already earned a bachelor's or professional degree
- Be citizens or permanent residents of the United States
Application Procedure
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Program (FSEOG)
Eligibility
A student must be an undergraduate and have exceptional financial need to qualify for a FSEOG award. The amount of financial need is determined by Forsyth Tech. Recipients must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
Application Procedure
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program
Forsyth Technical Community College will participate in the Federal Direct Loan Program beginning with the 2011-12 academic year. Federal Direct Stafford loans will be made available to eligible student borrowers. A Direct Stafford loan may be Subsidized, Unsubsidized or both. Federal Direct PLUS loans will be made available to eligible parent borrowers.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Federal Direct Loans, you will need to:
- Meet the general eligibility requirements for all Federal Student Aid (FSA) programs;
- Be enrolled at least half-time (6 credit hours); and
- Not exceed annual or aggregate loan limits.
Application Procedure
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). First time Federal Direct loan borrowers will also need to complete a Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling at www.studentloans.gov.
For more information, please view the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program page.
