Applying for Financial Aid
Applying for Financial Aid
Students who wish to apply for financial aid must submit the FAFSA (Free Application
for Federal Student Aid) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. The Great Basin College school code is 006977.
After the student submits an application, they will receive a student aid report from
the Department of Education. Once GBC receives the application, the student will receive
an email notification that GBC has received the student’s FAFSA and what documents
the student must submit to complete their file.
To receive consideration for all Title IV and other financial aid funds, students
should apply as soon as possible, beginning October 1 of the year prior to the year
in which they plan to attend.
Students receiving financial aid must have completed all items on their financial
aid to do list by July 1 for fall, and December 1 for spring to ensure their financial
aid will be paid before classes start.
Students who submit their paperwork after these dates may be responsible for their
own fees and books. If it is determined that the student is eligible for aid, their
financial aid will be received as a reimbursement.
In addition to the FAFSA, students interested in student loans must also complete
the student loan request form. This form is located at the financial aid website under forms. A first-time borrower must also complete the entrance quiz and promissory note.
Per Department of Education regulations, a first-time borrower must wait 30 days from
the first day of class before GBC can make the first loan disbursement.
Note: All communication from the financial aid office is by email. Students can also check
the status of their file through their MyGBC account.