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General Information (This information is also available in PDF format.
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The following instructions (Step 1 - Step 5) will provide you with the necessary information you need to successfully complete the financial aid application process.
We want to be sure that you receive all the financial aid for which you are eligible. Please contact us if you have any questions. We are here to assist you!! Email us at NV-FINAID@nvcc.commnet.edu.
- All Students are encouraged to apply electronically for financial aid -
| Important - Access to a computer with Internet Access is required. Free access to students is available at: |
- public libraries
- high schools
- adult education centers
- community centers
- many computers are available for student use at NVCC
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| (if you are unable to gain internet access contact us at 203-575-8006) |
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| Student's Responsibility |
- NVCC expects the student to initiate the application process in a timely manner. NVCC considers it the student's responsibility to complete the application on time.
- Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
- Students and their families should be aware that they are completing applications for federal, state, and college funds.
- Students are also expected to be familiar with the general provisions of financial aid.
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| To help you understand this process, Financial Aid Workshops are held throughout the year. Information on financial aid programs, regulations, and procedures are found in the College Catalog. Deliberately misreporting can result in criminal and civil liabilities. Late applicants will be awarded on a funds available basis. Application materials cannot be accepted after the student's last date of attendance. |
It is essential that you possess an e-mail address to participate fully in this endeavor.
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| Need an email address? Get one FREE at the following: |
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• Yahoo! (www.mail.yahoo.com) |
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• MSN Hotmail (www.hotmail.com) |
Note: You will need to provide your e-mail address to both the U.S. Department of Education and NVCC, and both of us will communicate with you about your financial aid application by sending information to your e-mail address. |
It is important that you apply for a PIN. Obtain a PIN electronically by going to the government's PIN site (www.pin.ed.gov).
Not sure if you have a PIN already? Go to the same web site to check (www.pin.ed.gov).
The Department of Education will e-mail you directions for obtaining your PIN from a secure web site. Allow 3 days to secure your PIN from them.
Note: Your PIN serves as your password to access private information on the U.S. Department of Education's web site. You can also use your PIN as an electronic signature when completing your FAFSA on the Web.
To apply for financial aid from NVCC you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Visit the FAFSA on the Web site (www.fafsa.ed.gov) for the application.
Note: You will need personal information documents to complete the electronic application.
What do I need to fill out the FAFSA?
You will need records for income earned in the year prior to when you will start school. You may also need records of your parent(s)' income information.
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- Your Social Security card and driver's license
- W-2 Forms or other records of income earned
- Your (and your spouse's, if you are married) Federal Income Tax Return
- Your parent(s)' Federal Income Tax Return
- Records of other untaxed income received such as welfare benefits, social security benefits, TANF, veteran's benefits, or military or clergy allowances
- Current bank statements and records of stocks, bonds, and other investments
- Business or farm records, if applicable
- Your alien registration card (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
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Important: On the FAFSA form in step six, you must enter NVCC's School Code Number. Enter 006982 to ensure your application information is provided to NVCC.
Note: Since you have a PIN, you can sign your application electronically. If your parent(s) is required to sign the application, your parent(s) can obtain a PIN by following Step 2 as indicated previously. By filing this electronic application, you are applying for federal, state and college financial aid. This electronic application process takes 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete. If you provide the Department of Education with your e-mail address, you will be notified when the results from your application are available to you at a secure website.
Track your financial application and award information on the Internet by using NVCC's 'Go-Online' student information system (www.my.commnet.edu).
| To use this system, you need to know your: |
- Banner ID number and
- Banner PIN (This PIN is different from your U.S. Department of Education PIN).
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These numbers were provided to you when you applied for admission to NVCC. |
- User ID is the @sign followed by your 8-digit student number
- Your initial PIN is your date of birth in the format mmddyy
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Note: You will be asked to change your PIN when you first login. If you don't remember your Banner ID student number, you must contact the Registrar's Office at NVCC to get this information.
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| In addition to being able to track your financial aid application online, you will be able to: |
- Download any documents you may need to complete your application requirements
- Print out these documents and either mail or drop them off at the financial aid office
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Application Status: We will periodically e-mail you and direct you to visit the 'Go-Online' system to check your list of missing documents. Log into the 'Go-Online' student information system weekly to stay current with your financial aid information and news. |
When we complete our review of your financial aid application we will notify you via e-mail and direct you to the 'Go-Online' student information system. You will be able to view your Financial Aid Award and make decisions about your awards over the Internet.
We will assume that you want to accept any grants (free money) that you are eligible for, but there may be additional awards (like student loans or work-study jobs) that you have the option to accept or decline.
By using 'Go-Online', you can review and adjust your financial aid awards, complete award requirements, and e-mail the financial aid office with your questions and concerns. Your use of the student information system allows you 24 hours/day, 7days/week access to the Financial Aid Office of NVCC.
