| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.59 |
| Liaison | Mari Acob-Nash |
| Submission Date | Sept. 5, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
North Seattle College
PAE-10: Affordability and Access Programs
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
3.00 / 3.00 |
Benjamin
Silver Assistant Sustainability |
Does the institution have policies and programs in place to make it accessible and affordable to low-income students?:
A brief description of the institution’s participation in federal TRIO programs:
North Seattle Community College participates in Upward Bound, one of the Federal Trio Programs
A brief description of the institution’s policies and programs to minimize the cost of attendance for low-income students?:
North Seattle Community College provides access to finacial support programs such as Federal and State Finacial Aid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and Basic Food employment Training (BFET), and Tuition Waivers for some low income students and veterans.
A brief description of the institution’s programs to equip the institution's faculty and staff to better serve students from low-income backgrounds:
Voluntary training and regular communication are employed to equip North Seattle Community College's faculty and staff to better serve students from a low-income background.
A brief description of the institution’s programs to prepare students from low-income backgrounds for higher education:
Human Development Classes and Adult Basic Education classes are offered to prepare students to enter North Seattle Community College classes.
A brief description of the institution's scholarships for low-income students:
North Seattle Community College's Education Fund provides $200,000 in need based scholarships anually to qualifying students.
A brief description of the institution’s programs to guide parents of low-income students through the higher education experience:
Our Finacial Aid department reularly visits high schools and holds workshops for students and parents about the application process and applying for FAFSA.
A brief description of the institution’s targeted outreach to recruit students from low-income backgrounds:
In addidtion to outreach at high schools, North Seattle Community College is privledged to have a Worksource and DSHS office on site, housed in a brand new, LEED certified building.
A brief description of the institution’s other admissions policies and programs:
"Welcome to North Seattle Community College!
No matter what your goals, you’ll discover many advantages to choosing North Seattle Community College for your college education. We offer affordable tuition and extensive financial aid resources, an open-door policy with all applicants accepted, and a variety of programs/classes to suit your specific needs.
You can prepare for transfer to a 4-year school or train for a career, complete high school as an adult, take college classes while still enrolled in high school, enhance workplace skills or retrain, or simply take classes to enrich your life. Seniors, veterans and current members of the military, international students, and non-native speakers seeking stronger English language skills are all accommodated in our programs."
A brief description of the institution’s other financial aid polices or programs:
The North Seattle Community College Financial Aid Office can offer financial assistance to students in a variety of forms:
Federal Grants
•Federal Pell Grant
•Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
This is need-based aid from the federal government that does not have to be repaid as long as students complete their courses and make Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office after students have completed the financial aid application process.
Washington State Need Grant
This is need-based aid from the state of Washington that does not have to be repaid as long as students complete their courses and make Satisfactory Academic Progress. This grant is only available to Washington residents with high financial need and is administered by the Higher Education Coordinating Board. Eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office after students have completed the financial aid application process.
NSCC Grants & Tuition Waivers
These grants are only available to Washington residents with documented financial need and do not need to be repaid as long as students complete their courses and make Satisfactory Academic Progress. Eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office after students have completed the financial aid application process.
Work Study (Federal and State)
Work study programs give students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while earning money for college. Both on-campus and off-campus positions are available. Remember: Work study funds are earned by the student throughout the quarter, so the money is not available at the beginning of the quarter for paying tuition and fees. Available positions are posted on the bulletin board outside of the Financial Aid Office and also online. Work study eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office after students have completed the financial aid process. Please visit the Work Study pages for more information.
Scholarships
Scholarships provide you with funds for tuition, books or living expenses without having to pay the money back. Every scholarship has its own set of criteria that you must meet in order to be eligible. Some are based on financial need, some on merit — meaning excellence in academics, arts, athletics or other specific abilities.
You’ll find news of scholarships in listings online. Besides outside (private) scholarships , North Seattle Community College also offers scholarships through the Education Fund and a limited number of scholarships for International Students.
Full information for students is on the NSCC Scholarship pages, including how to search for available scholarships, tips on how to apply and other information that will help you succeed!
Loans
North Seattle Community College DOES NOT participate in Federal Student Loan programs (Direct/ FFELP Stafford Subsidized or Unsubsidized Loans or PLUS Loans).
NSCC does have a Perkins Loan program. No application is necessary for this loan. If you are eligible, the Perkins Loan will be offered to you along with any other financial aid on your Award Notification. If it is not awarded to you, you can always submit a written request to have your file reviewed for Perkins Loan eligibility. There is limited money available for this program, so there is no guarantee that you will receive the loan.
Alternative Educational Loans
Currently, there are only a handful of lending institutions, banks and credit unions offering non-federal student loans (often called Alternative or Private Educational Loans). These types of loans generally require students to have good credit and a steady source of income and/or to provide a cosigner who does. Depending on the type of loan, a student may be required to make payments while in school.
North Seattle Community College does not endorse any lender. Students are encouraged to research loans before making a final decision on what type of alternative loan is best for them. Loans may be used for tuition and fees, books and supplies, room and board, transportation, and personal expenses. Loans are disbursed as physical checks, and funds do not directly pay for school tuition.
The Department of Education, in accordance with the Truth in Lending Act, mandates that colleges are only allowed to certify loans up to “The Cost of Attendance/Cost of Education” as determined each year by the Washington Financial Aid Association. All financial aid awards, including loans, affect a student’s budget. The Financial Aid Office can assist you regarding your individual borrowing limits.
Contact the Financial Aid Office in room CC2358A, (206) 527-3688, if you are approved for a loan or need additional information.
Emergency Assistance
Emergency assistance is one-time only. Students may borrow up to 50 percent of tuition cost. The loan needs to be repaid by the 7th week of the quarter. You need a 2.5 or better GPA, and you must be currently registered. (There is no credit requirement.)
Assistance can cover up to 50 percent of tuition, up to 100 percent of books and up to $100 cash. Please contact Susan Shanahan, (206) 527-3679, sshanaha@sccd.ctc.edu, or (206) 527-3663 for an appointment.
Veteran's Assistance
The Office of Veteran's Affairs serves veterans, reservists, active duty personnel and eligible family members who receive Veteran's Administration education benefits. It also verifies the State of Washington Vietnam-Service and Persian Gulf tuition reduction for eligible veterans.
Veterans may be eligible to receive a partial tuition waiver, work study or money for educational expenses.
Contact (206) 527-3699, stop by the Veteran's Affairs Office at CC 2261G, or visit the Veteran's Affairs page for more information.
Workforce Education
For information about special funding programs for unemployed or dislocated workers, please contact Workforce Education, located on the first floor of the College Center Building.
A brief description of the institution’s other policies and programs not covered above:
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The website URL where information about programs in each of the areas listed above is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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