Financial Aid FAQs

What TCC programs are eligible for financial aid?

You must declare a degree/certificate program to be eligible for financial aid.

Eligible programs include:

• All TCC degree programs
• Most TCC certificate programs that are at least 16 credit hours in length

Exceptions

Recently approved certificate programs may be ineligible until TCC receives federal approval.

Why do I need to declare a degree program?

Financial aid is only available for students who are pursuing a degree program and/or eligible certificate program at TCC.

Your declared degree program should:

• Be current, with a catalog year no older than four years old,
  and
• Have an anticipated completion date within the next two years.

Contact Student Financial Aid Services before making a degree program update, as changes can impact your current financial aid.

How do I view my current degree plan and the courses I need to complete my program?

Your degree plan and the courses you need to complete your program are available in the Student Planning area of MyTCCTrack.

To find your degree plan,

1. Log in to MyTCCTrack
2. Select Student Planning
3. Select Step 1: Go to My Progress and View Program Requirements
4. Use Expand All or Show Details to view the completed and remaining courses for your program.

We encourage you to check in with your career advisor regularly to plan your career path and to prepare for upcoming course registration.

Connect with a career advisor.

How do I update my degree program, catalog year, and/or anticipated completion date?

You can update your degree program through one of the following methods:

• In person at any campus Admissions and Registrar Office
• Online via Hello!TCC
• Email

If you want to change your degree plan, we recommend first meeting with a career advisor and financial aid to see how this could impact your completion timeline and potential financial aid eligibility.

Updates via Hello!TCC

To change your degree program:

1. Log in to Hello!TCC
2. Use the filter to search for and select Change My Academic Program
3. Select the degree program that you want as your active degree plan
4. Complete the online form
5. Click submit

Updates via Email

To submit your request via email, email Update.ProgramRequest@tccd.edu.

What if I have questions about choosing my degree program or classes?

Career advisors are available for face-to-face, phone, or remote virtual appointments. You may schedule an appointment or walk in to see an advisor.

Connect with a career advisor.