Paying for Your Education
Don’t let the cost of college get in the way of your goals. We’re here to help you figure out how to make college more affordable. Our Financial Aid experts can help you find different ways to get money for school – some of which you don’t have to pay back! They’ll also help you apply for financial aid as you work toward your degree, diploma, or certificate.
Check Your Eligibility
Check Your Eligibility
- Be enrolled in an eligible undergraduate program of study
- Meet one citizenship criteria
- Have a valid Social Security number
- Certify that you are not in default on a federal student loan and do not owe money on a federal student grant
- Certify that you will use federal student aid only for educational purposes
Apply for Financial Aid
The first step in applying for financial aid at Johnston Community College (JCC) is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Federal and State Aid are available to eligible students.
There are three ways to complete your FAFSA:
- Go to studentaid.gov to complete the FAFSA online. JCC School Code: 009336
- 2025/2026 School Year FAFSA Form (PDF)
- 2026/2027 School Year FAFSA Form (PDF)
Apply online to speed up processing and access important financial aid tools. Be sure to choose the FAFSA for the correct academic year.
To file online, both students and parents need an FSA ID to sign the application. Keep your FSA ID safe—you’ll need it for updates or future aid.
Need help? Visit the Student Success Center—no appointment needed. Allow at least 45 minutes to complete your FAFSA.
Apply by the priority deadline to avoid delays. If you apply late, you may need to pay up front or set up a payment plan in Self Service. If you're later awarded aid, you’ll be reimbursed during the semester. If not, you’re responsible for all charges.
Types of Federal Financial Aid
Federal Pell Grant
If you're an undergraduate student with financial need, you can apply for the Federal
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG). Your eligibility and the amount
you receive are based on your Student Aid Index (SAI). The grant amount may also be
adjusted depending on whether you’re enrolled full-time or part-time.
You may be eligible for the FSEOG if your financial need goes beyond what other aid covers.
State Aid, Scholarships, and Grants
Federal Work-Study
If you have financial need, you may qualify for a part-time job through the Federal Work-Study Program. You can work up to 20 hours a week and get paid monthly. It’s a great way to earn money while gaining real-world experience—right on campus.
Financial Aid Due Dates
Summer 2026
To view your financial aid offer or check for any outstanding requirements, log in to Self-Service via the Jaguar Portal.
If you do not have a Financial Aid offer posted to your account you must either pay your charges in full or set up a Payment Plan through Nelnet.
*Important- for Financial Aid or VA enrollment status
Only courses that apply to your current program of study will be counted toward enrollment
status for Financial Aid or VA benefits, unless they are qualifying remedial courses.
Emergency Book Loan processing starts May 13th.
To qualify you must have applied for Financial Aid and be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (minimum 2.0 GPA and successful completion of at least 67% of attempted courses).
You must be registered for classes and have submitted all required documents before requesting an Emergency Book Loan. We cannot process your loan until you are registered and your tuition is covered.
If you receive an Emergency Book Loan, you may charge books during the same period as other Financial Aid recipients
Emergency Book Loans
Students receiving Financial Aid or sponsorships may charge books to their aid at the campus bookstore during the periods below:
May 13th - May 27th: Charges allowed during regular bookstore hours
May 27th is the final day to charge books to Financial Aid
To charge books, present your student ID and a copy of your class schedule. ** Schedules can be printed from the Student Planning in Self-Service.
Important: If a book is out-of-stock must be pre-charge it to your Financial Aid on May 26th or 27th. A charge slip is required. No book charges will be accepted after June 1 - no exceptions.
Charging Books
Your Summer 2026 Financial Aid payment will be determined by your enrollment status as of the 10% point of the semester (May 27, 2026). Refunds will be issued starting June 11th, and sent by mail or by direct deposit. In-person pickup is not available.
To receive your refund via direct deposit, ensure your banking information is set up in Self-Service at least three days before the refund date.
- Log-in to Jaguar Portal and select Self-Service
- Click on Financial Information on the left
- Choose Banking Information
- Choose + Add an Account
- Click the toggle button beside Refunds, Reimbursements & Payments to activate it
- Add your checking/savings account information and save
If you have questions or encounter any issues with this process, please contact the Cashier’s Office at jcccashier@johnstoncc.edu or 919-209-2165.
Important Note for Financial Aid Students and Sponsored Students regardless of when you register for classes:
If you see Financial Aid posted in your Self-Service account, you do not need to visit the Business Office unless -you are a sponsored student (WIOA, VA, VR, VOC REH, etc.) and have not yet submitted your written authorization.
If you have an authorization form from a sponsor (such as WIA, VA, VOC REH, ESC, or others), submit it to the Business Office by the published payment deadline.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals (SAP) for Summer 2026
Summer 2026 SAP Appeals Deadlines:
- May: Appeals due by noon on the 13th. **The SAP Appeal Committee meets on May 18th.
- If your appeal is denied, payment is due by May 27th, 2026.
- June: Appeals are due by noon on the 24th. The SAP Appeal committee meets on June 29th.
Denied
You must pay any outstanding balance to the Business Office by the dates under Financial Aid Disbursements and Refunds.
If you disagree with the committee’s decision, you may submit a written appeal to the Vice President of Student Services.
Approved
If your appeal is approved, you’ll be placed on academic probation and required to follow an academic plan.
****The SAP Appeal Committee will resume monthly meetings for Fall 2026 appeals in July
SAP APPEALS
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