To begin the financial aid process, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Based on the information you provide, the government may offer you a loan to help cover your college expenses. Federal student aid could help you pay significantly less out-of-pocket over the course of your program.
You can submit the FAFSA any time beginning October 1st of your senior year in high school and each subsequent year in college. After your application has been evaluated, a Submission Summary indicating your financial aid eligibility will be sent to you and the MWCC financial aid office. Our office will then send you the MWCC financial aid application and verification materials. You only need to complete the specific forms we request, as not all applicants are required to fill out every form.
You’ll receive an email to your MWCC account once we’ve awarded your financial aid. Everything is communicated online – you will not receive a letter or any additional mail. If you apply late, your application will be considered on a rolling basis.
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
The below information applies to the 2025 – 2026 FAFSA which covers Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2025 semesters. Visit this page for information on the FAFSA for 2025-2026.
The first step in applying for financial aid from the state of Massachusetts, the US Government, or the MWCC Foundation is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is available online, and the quickest way to apply is via the FAFSA website. You may also complete a paper FAFSA and apply through the mail, but this takes 4-6 weeks.
You must list MWCC’s federal school code on the FAFSA. MWCC code: 002172
Important Deadlines:
- October 1st: You can apply for FAFSA any time starting October 1st of your senior year in high school and in each subsequent year in college. The earlier you file your FAFSA for the school year, the better.
- May 1st: Deadline to file FAFSA to get MASSGrant aid from the state of Massachusetts.
No matter when you apply, please allow at least 3-4 weeks before the start of classes for all paperwork to be finalized. Remember, you must file your FAFSA every school year.
Once we have received your FAFSA, it will be reviewed for additional information that may be needed. If Student Financial Services needs additional information to complete the processing of your aid, it will show up on your iConnect student portal. Please check your portal to avoid delays in processing your financial aid.