{"id":5657,"date":"2026-04-30T16:01:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T16:01:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/sfs\/?page_id=5657"},"modified":"2026-06-18T12:06:41","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T12:06:41","slug":"apply","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/sfs\/apply\/","title":{"rendered":"Apply for Aid"},"content":{"rendered":"

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)<\/strong> \u2014 If this is your first time filing a FAFSA, follow these step-by-step instructions<\/a>.<\/i> In subsequent years, go directly to FAFSA<\/a> to complete the application.<\/p>\nFAFSA Application Guide <\/i><\/a>\u00a0 Complete a FAFSA <\/i><\/a>\n

GCC Financial Aid Intent to Enroll Form<\/strong> \u2014 this form provides key information for financial aid counselors to use in evaluating eligibility for aid funds for students who haven't yet registered for classes.<\/p>\nIntent to Enroll Form <\/i><\/a>\n

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<\/span>Financial Aid Process for Summer 2026<\/div>
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  • Complete a 2025-2026<\/strong> FAFSA<\/li>\n
  • FAFSA must be submitted by June 30, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Regularly check your GCC email for updates<\/li>\n
  • Address any new outstanding requirements as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Financial Aid Process for Fall 2026<\/div>
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    • Complete a 2026-2027<\/strong> FAFSA<\/li>\n
    • May 1 priority deadline<\/strong> for fall aid; submit your FAFSA\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0Intent to Enroll Form so a financial aid offer can be made before the August bill due date<\/li>\n
    • Review and authorize financial aid outstanding requirements<\/li>\n
    • Regularly check your GCC email for updates<\/li>\n
    • Address any new outstanding requirements as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
      <\/span>Financial Aid Process for Spring 2027<\/div>
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      • Complete a 2026-2027<\/strong> FAFSA<\/li>\n
      • November 1 priority deadline<\/strong> for spring aid; submit your FAFSA\u00a0and<\/em>\u00a0Intent to Enroll Form so a financial aid offer can be made before the January bill due date<\/li>\n
      • Review and authorize financial aid outstanding requirements<\/li>\n
      • Regularly check your GCC email for updates<\/li>\n
      • Address any new outstanding requirements as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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        <\/i> Additional Information<\/h4>
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        • Generally, students enrolling only for January or summer terms are not eligible to receive aid; contact our office to review individual circumstance.<\/li>\n
        • Miss a deadline? You may still be eligible for financial aid even after FAFSA priority deadlines have passed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n

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