The time for filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now! File your FAFSA now!

2024–2025 and 2025–2026 applications are available.

Federal Title IV CODE for ALL CAMPUSES AND CENTERS of the Community College of Allegheny County is: 003231-00.

 

The Community College of Allegheny County offers several financial aid options to help ease the cost of tuition and fees. Financial Aid staff members seek to help you acquire aid as simply as possible. CCAC administers various federal and state financial aid funds. Grants, which do not require repayment, as well as loans and student employment programs, are available through the Office of Financial Aid. Financial aid may only be used for educational purposes and to pay costs associated with attending CCAC.

If you are expecting to receive financial aid, you can review your pending financial aid at MyCCAC. Navigate to CCAC Central e-Services and select "Students." Then click on "Financial Aid Self-Service."

It is your responsibility to compare your financial aid offer with your tuition and fee costs. If the financial aid is less than the total cost of tuition and fees, the balance is due by the tuition due date.

If you are applying for a student loan, you must also complete a Direct Loan Master Promissory Note and Student Loan Entrance Counseling in order for your loan to be processed.

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FAFSA & Aid Updates for 2026–2027

The FAFSA is getting easier and faster:

  • IRS Data Required: All contributors must consent to transfer tax info directly from the IRS.
  • Simpler Form: Invite contributors with just an email, instant account setup, and fewer questions (max 46).

Pell Grant changes:

  • Eligibility is now tied to poverty levels and income.
  • Students with full scholarships or an SAI above $14,790 won’t qualify.
  • Foreign income will count toward eligibility.

Loan changes:

  • Grad PLUS eliminated.
  • Grad loans capped at $100k–$200k.
  • Parent PLUS capped at $20k/year, $65k total.

What to do:

  • File early—deadlines vary by state/school.
  • Be ready to use the IRS Data Exchange.
  • Contact your financial aid office if your situation changes.

 

PA State Grant Update:

In the 2024–2025 award year, PHEAA is transitioning to GrantUs—a new platform developed to support the administration of the PA State Grant and Special Programs. Students and organizations will use GrantUs to apply and manage eligibility for PHEAA-administered aid programs, such as the PA State Grant program and more! 

PHEAA will notify students via email once they receive their student data from the FAFSA. The student will then create a GrantUs account, and they will be able to complete the PA State Grant application process. Typically, only first-time applicants need to complete the PA State Grant application. 

Important Dates

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Oct 1 2025
Oct 1 2025

Loan Credit Date

All Day
All Campuses
Oct 1 2025

Federal Direct Student Loan Program

Direct Federal Stafford Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans are based on financial need as well as annual and aggregate limits. Find out more about these two federal loans and options for parental loans at the link below.

StudentAid.gov

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Net Price Calculator

Using both institution-provided and student-entered data, this calculator will enable prospective students to calculate an estimated net price at an institution, defined as cost (price) of attendance minus grant and scholarship aid, based on what similar students paid in a previous year. Try it out below!

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Access Financial Aid Forms

The following financial aid forms will be completed electronically with DocuSign eSignature. DocuSign provides a professional trusted solution for digital transaction management.  

Financial Aid Forms

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

The Help Center contains information that addresses frequently asked questions, such as considerations for financial aid, help applying and completing the forms, tax return documents, eligibility for financial aid, default on student loans, work-study applications, withdrawing or dropping a class, and information on receiving money.

 

Hours of Operation

Fall Hours

Monday, September 1 – closed (Labor Day)

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM
Wednesday 8:30AM – 7:00PM

 

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Special Academic Term

December 8th, 2025 December 23, 2025

Monday through Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM

 

January Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30AM – 7:00PM
Friday 8:30AM – 5:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Closed Sunday

Monday, January 6 11:00AM – 7:00PM

Closed Saturday, January 18 & Monday, January 20

 

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Spring Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM
Wednesday 8:30AM – 7:00PM

 

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Special Academic Term

May 4th, 2026 –May 15th, 2026

Monday through Friday 8:30AM – 4:30PM

 

Summer Hours

Week of May 19
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of May 26
Tuesday through Friday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Monday

Week of June 2
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of June 9
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of June 16
Monday through Wednesday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Thursday & Friday

Week of June 23
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of June 30
Monday through Wednesday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Thursday & Friday

Week of July 7
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of July 14
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of July 21
Monday through Thursday
8:00AM—5:00PM, closed Friday

Week of July 28
Monday through Friday
8:30AM—4:30PM
Saturday 9:00AM—2:00PM


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August Hours

Monday, August 11, offices will open at 12:00PM

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30AM – 7:00PM
Friday 8:30AM – 5:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Closed Sunday

Closed Saturday, August 30 & Monday, September 1

Counseling Services and Academic Advising available by walk-in only

 

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Walk-In or Schedule an Appointment With Us

To access Navigate360 via mobile device, download "Navigate360 Student" through Google Play or AppStore, search for "CCAC,” and enter your username and password (same as my.ccac.edu). 

To access Navigate360 via desktop, log in here.

New to Navigate360? To get started, visit the EAB Navigate360 Guide for Students in the Help Center.

 

Contact Financial Aid

financialaid@ccac.edu

Schedule a Virtual Financial Aid Appointment

 

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Braddock Hills Center

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