The Financial Aid Process is easy. Here is how it works- just follow the steps. If you have any questions about the process, call us or e-mail us. 

Step 1

Complete the 2010-2011 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  The FAFSA is used to determine your eligibility for federal and state financial aid.  List "MassBay Community College" and our federal school code number, 002171, in the College Release Section.

We strongly encourage you to complete the application online by visiting www.fafsa.ed.gov.  If you would prefer to complete a paper FAFSA, you may obtain a copy at the Financial Aid Office or you may request a copy by calling the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).

Step 2

If you are a first time financial aid applicant, you will also need to submit proof of high school graduation, or equivalency, to the Financial Aid Office.  If you attended high school internationally, please submit one copy of the transcript evaluation that you provided to the Admissions Office.

The priority deadline for the 2010-2011 academic year is May 1, 2010.  Students who complete the application process by this date should have an award decision prior to the Fall semester payment deadline.

If your file is not completed by May 1, 2010, you may be responsible for settling your Fall bill without the benefit of financial aid.

For more information, please contact the Financial Aid Office at (781)-239-2600.