Elisa LaPointe, Student Services & Financial Aid Representative
elapointe@wccc.me.edu / 207-454-1000
lfitzsimmons@wccc.me.edu / 207-454-1033
Financial Aid
Important Message from the Dean of Enrollment Services: 2024-2025 FAFSA Processing Delay & Support Resources
Over 92% of WCCC students who are enrolled in programs leading to a degree, certificate, or diploma receive some type of Federal Student Aid to help cover the costs of their education.
Students are also eligible for other forms of aid that can help cover the costs of tuition, fees, books, and living expenses such as rent, transportation, and childcare.
We strongly encourage students needing financial assistance to apply for aid, and we are available to assist you with the application process.
Getting started
The WCCC Financial Aid Office has provided a few helpful guides to help you complete the financial aid process:
WCCC FAFSA School Code: 009231
Financial Aid Deadlines
We strongly encourage students to fill out the FAFSA before May 1 for the next school year so they can qualify for a Maine State Grant if otherwise eligible.
Financial aid applications are processed as they are received at WCCC.
We cannot guarantee the applications submitted less than two weeks before the start of the term will be awarded in time for students to be able to use a bookstore credit, if eligible, to “charge” their books against their financial aid before school starts.
Scholarships
WCCC offers scholarships to support students academic and career goals. Scholarships are awarded to students attending Washington County Community College. Students are awarded one scholarship at the highest dollar amount.
WORTHINGTON SCHOLARSHIP The Worthington Scholarship Foundation is committed to making a college education affordable for students in Maine by awarding scholarships to graduates of Maine public high schools who will be attending participating Maine colleges. Awards are based on financial need and merit and are renewable for up to eight semesters. We are proud to partner with the Worthington Scholarship Foundation to provide this incredible scholarship opportunity to eligible students who attend Washington County Community College. Please visit www.worthingtonscholars.org for eligibility requirements and to apply. If you have any additional questions, please contact info@worthingtonscholars.org or call 207-596-5800.
The Worthington Scholarship Foundation is committed to making a college education affordable for students in Maine by awarding scholarships to graduates of Maine public high schools who will be attending participating Maine colleges. Awards are based on financial need and merit and are renewable for up to eight semesters. We are proud to partner with the Worthington Scholarship Foundation to provide this incredible scholarship opportunity to eligible students who attend Washington County Community College. Please visit www.worthingtonscholars.org for eligibility requirements and to apply. If you have any additional questions, please contact info@worthingtonscholars.org or call 207-596-5800.
SOARING BACK SCHOLARSHIP-$300 The Soaring Back scholarship is available for former WCCC students, who did not graduate with a degree, and want to return to WCCC and complete their degree. Returning students must be in good academic and financial aid standing; be admitted to WCCC; be a Maine resident; complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA); and have unmet need. The scholarship is renewable for two semester with a 2.25 cumulative grade point average.
The Soaring Back scholarship is available for former WCCC students, who did not graduate with a degree, and want to return to WCCC and complete their degree. Returning students must be in good academic and financial aid standing; be admitted to WCCC; be a Maine resident; complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA); and have unmet need. The scholarship is renewable for two semester with a 2.25 cumulative grade point average.
ADULT LEARNER SCHOLARSHIP-$300 The Adult Learner scholarship is available to adults , who are new to college or returning college to complete their degrees and graduate. Individuals must be a high school graduate; admitted to WCCC, be a Maine resident; complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA); and have unmet need. Adult learner is defined as 24 or older or parent or guardian without a college degree. The scholarship is renewable for two semester with a 2.25 cumulative grade point average.
The Adult Learner scholarship is available to adults , who are new to college or returning college to complete their degrees and graduate. Individuals must be a high school graduate; admitted to WCCC, be a Maine resident; complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA); and have unmet need. Adult learner is defined as 24 or older or parent or guardian without a college degree. The scholarship is renewable for two semester with a 2.25 cumulative grade point average.
We look forward to serving you!