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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the NHCTC-Claremont school code?
Our school code is 007560

2. What are the steps for applying for Financial Aid?
Refer to "Process to Apply for Financial Aid" page.

3. Do I have to wait until I am accepted into a program to submit the financial aid paperwork?
No. Once you have applied for Admissions for the current aid year you should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.FAFSA.ed.gov.

4. What is the Pell Grant?
This is the Federal government's basic grant program. Eligibility is determined from the information the student provides on the FAFSA.

5. What is an independent student?
You are an independent student when you reach the age of 24, have become a Veteran of the US Armed Forces, are married, have a child that you support, have a Bachelor's Degree or are a ward of the court.

6. Are there other grants or scholarships available?
Refer to the "Additional Grant, Loan and Scholarship information" page, or our scholarship bulletin board located in the main hallway. We encourage students to do research on their own as well.

7. I have financial aid but it didn't show up on my bill; can you help me?
The Federal Government mandates that funds for first-time borrowers be held for 30 days. Each semester, grants and loans will begin to disburse approximately 15 days into the semester and each week thereafter through the end of the semester.

8. Can you tell me when my disbursement date is?
Your individual loan disbursement schedule is listed on the Disclosure Statement you receive from your lender.

9. Can you tell me how much my refund will be?
We do not know what your refund will be. You can subtract your financial aid from your bill to estimate your refund if you are eligible for a refund. Or you may track your account activity and transactions via the Student Information System which is located on the left side in the navigation bar on the Financial Aid web pages.

10. Can you tell me when I can pick up my refund?
If you expect a refund, your name will be listed on the bulletin board outside the business office. The College is federally mandated to refund proceeds within 14 days of disbursements of all Title IV Federal Financial Aid programs. Again, you may track your account activity and transactions via the Student Information System link which is located on the left side in the navigation bar on the Financial Aid web pages.

11. Can I access my financial aid information on-line?
Yes, you can, through the Student Information System link which is located on the left side in the navigation bar on the Financial Aid web pages.

12. When do I have to begin repaying my student loan?
Stafford loan repayment begins 6 months after you withdraw or graduate from the College. Perkins loan repayment begins 9 months after you withdraw or graduate from the College.