Financial Aid

Financial assistance is available to qualified students enrolled in training programs of 600 or more clock hours. Collins Career Technical Center participates in federal financial aid programs to help eligible students meet the cost of their education. The primary sources of financial aid available are the Title IV Federal Pell Grant and the Federal Direct Loan Program.

Federal Pell Grants

The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant that does not require repayment. Eligible students may use Pell Grant funds to help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses. Eligibility is determined by federal guidelines and may be based on factors such as income, taxes paid, family size, and enrollment status.

Federal Direct Loans

Federal Direct Loans are borrowed funds that must be repaid with interest. Students who qualify may be eligible to borrow through the Federal Direct Loan Program to assist with educational costs while attending Collins Career Technical Center. Students interested in applying for financial aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and contact the Financial Aid Office for additional information and assistance.

Some students are selected for verification after submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Verification is a standard federal review process used to confirm that the information reported on the FAFSA is accurate.

If you are selected, the Financial Aid Office will notify you of any required documentation, which may include tax information, household size verification, or other supporting records. Financial aid eligibility cannot be finalized until all requested documents have been received and reviewed.

Students are encouraged to submit all requested information as soon as possible to avoid delays in the processing and disbursement of financial aid funds. If you have questions about the verification process, please contact the Financial Aid Office for assistance.

Cost of Attendance budgets reflect direct and estimated indirect costs for students during an academic year. The cost of attendance used for packaging is included on the student aid offer. The total aid received by the student cannot exceed the student's cost of attendance. Collins Career Technical Center’s cost of attendance budgets include:

• Tuition and Fees: the tuition and fees necessary for the course of study.
• Books and Supplies: includes the costs of purchasing equipment, materials, or supplies required of all students in the same course of study. 
• Room and Board: food and housing allowance based on whether the student is living independently or not.
• Transportation: estimated costs for travel between school and home, including gas or public transit costs. 
• Miscellaneous/Personal expenses: such as clothing, laundry, toiletries, and entertainment. Can include a one-time purchase of a computer/laptop.

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