Resources
Student Financial Assistance
General
Information
Students applying for financial assistance should follow the steps outlined in the Adult Ed/LEAD information packet.
Students should request financial aid as soon as possible, but at least four to six weeks prior to the registration/orientation date. Early application will result in your financial aid eligibility being determined in a timely manner.
Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. A Student Aid Report will be sent by the Central Processor to the student. MCC will send the student a notification of awards.
Please note: Verification may be required of a student's federal aid application; therefore, students are urged to complete the FAFSA at their earliest opportunity and submit it along with a signed copy of their most recent tax return to the MCC Financial Aid Office for electronic transmission of the FAFSA.
Financial
Aid Office
A financial advisor is available to answer your questions and help estimate your eligibility for financial assistance. Call the MCC Financial Aid office at 785-539-3571 to schedule an appointment. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. When calling the Financial Aid Office, identify the LEAD Program to ensure appropriate information.
Types of Federal Financial Assistance
FEDERAL PELL GRANT. The Federal Pell Grant is provided by the federal government and administered by Manhattan Christian College. The amount awarded is based upon demonstrated financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This grant is a gift and is not repaid. Pell grant will be credited to the student's account at enrollment or when the federal process is complete.
LOAN ASSISTANCE. Many students supplement their resources for college expenses with funds from the Federal Family Education Loan Program. Eligibility for the Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan is based upon demonstrated need as determined by the FAFSA. Contact the financial aid office for maximum loan amounts. The Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan is available to students who do not qualify for the subsidized loan. If students have additional borrowing needs, they should contact the Financial Aid Office for further information.
VETERAN’S BENEFITS. VA benefits are available to eligible veterans and in some cases their dependents. Eligibility is determined by the Veterans Administration. Potentially eligible students should contact their local education officer, local Veterans Administration Office, or call 1-800-827-1000.
TUITION ASSISTANCE(TA). TA benefits may be available to active duty military personnel. The application process to determine availability of TA benefits begins with the education center serving the soldier's unit.
Private Scholarships/Assistance
Students are encouraged to check with their employers, local civic organizations, public library, and home churches for possible scholarship options.