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April is Financial Awareness Month at SMCC

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FINANCIAL AWARENESS

April is Financial Awareness Month! We use this month to highlight the easy steps students can take to access financial resources and stay on track. As we delve into the month, it’s crucial to highlight one of the most significant financial steps for many students: filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year 2024-2025.

IF YOU HAVE FILED YOUR FAFSA:
If you have already submitted your FAFSA for the 2024-2025 academic year, please note that the SMCC Financial Aid Office is experiencing unexpected delays in receiving applications. As a result, the review process may be delayed. We hope to begin reviewing FAFSAs and sending out financial aid offers by mid to late April. You should check your SMCC email regularly for any communication from the Financial Aid Office.

We appreciate your patience during this time and please feel free to contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@smccME.edu or (207) 741-5518 if you have any questions.

IF YOU STILL NEED TO FILE YOUR FAFSA, NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME!

  1. HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:
    Create your FSA ID: Head to www.studentaid.gov/fsa-id to create your FSA ID and password. It’s essential to note that NEW THIS YEAR, students and contributors (such as parents/spouses or stepparents) must have an FSA ID. Remember that it may take up to 7 days for your ID to be ready for use. You don’t need to create a second one if your parent(s) or spouse already has an FSA ID.
  2. Complete Your 2024-2025 FAFSA Online: Visit studentaid.gov/FAFSA and select the 2024-2025 FAFSA to file for Fall 2024/Spring 2025. Fill out the FAFSA with your personal information and provide consent for FAFSA to gather your applicable 2022 tax information from the IRS. Remember to add SMCC’s School Code: 005525.

Important Filing Date: File before May 1st, 2024 to be considered for the State of Maine Grant and to meet SMCC’s priority filing date.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your FAFSA filing, don’t hesitate to contact the SMCC Financial Aid Office at finaid@smccME.edu or by phone at 207-741-5518. Our team is here to help you navigate the process and ensure you have access to the financial aid you need.

For additional resources and guidance on managing your finances, please visit My Maine Guide > My Money.

Your future success is our priority, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.