Cost & Financial Aid

Applying for Financial Aid

Piedmont Technical College's tuition rates are already the most affordable in the region, and there are plenty of financial aid options available to offset the cost of attendance even more.

In fact, the average financial package at PTC is more than enough to fully cover the cost of PTC's tuition and fees. To find out how much financial aid you'll receive, you'll first need to apply for aid. Follow the steps below to file your application.

What do you need to know?

How do I apply for aid?

To apply for financial aid, start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. If you don’t own a computer, you can visit any Piedmont Technical College location to complete the application.

 

  1. If you have not already done so, create an FSA ID at https://fsaid.ed.gov. If you are a dependent student, have your parents register for an FSA ID of their own. 
  2. Once you have your FSA ID, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov.
  3. Click "Start a New FAFSA". 
  4. Follow the directions for the FAFSA carefully!
  5. The Federal School Code for PTC is 003992
  6. Sign your FAFSA electronically using your FSA ID. If you're unable to sign electronically, print a signature page and mail to the PTC Financial Aid Office.

When do I apply for aid?

To make sure you complete your financial aid application on time, you should start early. Although the process isn't difficult, it can be time consuming, and there are deadlines involved. 

Application Priority Dates

Apply by the dates below to make sure the process is complete before classes start:

Fall Semester: June 1

Spring Semester: November 11

Summer Term: April 1
 

Why do I need to file a FAFSA?

The FAFSA is used to determine how much federal and state aid you may qualify for in an academic year. Any kind of federal aid requires a FAFSA, including subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The FAFSA can be waived for high school students, or for those with bachelor's degrees. Certain third-party benefactors require a FAFSA to be completed before they will pay (ex. WIA, TIA, etc.).
 

What happens next?

 

  • Provide a valid email address and receive your Student Aid Report (SAR) electronically. If you don't supply a valid email address, you'll be mailed a one-page report. Follow up after five days by calling the FAFSA hotline at 1 (800) 433-3243. 
  • You may be randomly selected to provide additional verification information by the federal government. 
  • Respond to all requests from the Financial Aid Office immediately to avoid delays. 
  • You should monitor your Financial Aid Progress 24/7 via PTC Pathway.