To begin the financial aid process, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using their FSA ID. Apply at www.studentaid.gov. It is necessary for students and their contributor (if required) to sign the FAFSA using an FSA ID. Be sure to designate Roxbury Community College (Federal School Code 011930) in the College Release section.
Allow 3–5 business days for your FAFSA to be processed. Your application for financial aid will be reviewed once it is submitted and you have been accepted into a qualified academic program.
The email you provide on your FAFSA application will be used to notify you of any documents needed to complete your financial aid. Once you have registered for classes, you will be assigned an RCC email. Please monitor your RCC email for financial aid notifications and updates.
Please remember to reapply for aid every year. The State of Massachusetts priority deadline is July 1st, so complete your FAFSA as early as possible. While you should try to meet this priority deadline, you will still receive the full amount of federal aid each year. Remember your FSA ID and password, as you will need them frequently.
Approximately 18% of all students are chosen by the Department of Education to complete a process called Verification. If you are chosen for Verification, we cannot complete your financial aid award until we have collected and reviewed your documents. Mark all documents clearly with your name and RCC student ID number. Keep copies of everything.
Processing of applications and awarding for the upcoming academic year begins in late April for new and returning students.
