For most students, completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is one of the first steps needed to get started at NHCC.
Financial Aid: Steps to Pay for College
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the most popular form of financial aid for college students. The application for the upcoming year is available October 1.
Students that are not eligible to apply for federal aid through the FAFSA, but are residents of Minnesota, may be able to apply for state aid by completing the MN Dream Act application.
You will need to renew your FAFSA or MN Dream Act application each year to ensure you are granted any eligible aid, so make sure you follow the steps below and apply early!
If you have any questions along the way, reach out to our office and let us help.
Follow these steps to get all of the financial aid you can:
Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). NHCC's school code is 002370. Once you submit the FAFSA, it will take 3-5 days for the college to receive your FAFSA results.
Students who are not eligible to apply for federal student aid but are residents of Minnesota, may be able to apply for state aid by completing the MN Dream Act application. The MN Dream Act will provide certain benefits to eligible undocumented students.
Many students need to provide additional information (for example: tax documents, transcripts, residency information, or documentation of high school graduation) to the college after the FAFSA has been completed. You will receive an email when your aid application status letter is available to view in eServices. The aid application status letter will detail any additional items needed. All requested information must be provided before your award offer is calculated.
Receive your award notice from NHCC. You will receive an email when your award is available to view on your e-services account.
Apply for loans if needed and/or scholarships if interested.
Look for student employment opportunities. If you are hired, contact the Financial Aid Office to complete a work study authorization form and provide documentation of employment eligibility. Additional information is available in the Student Employment Guide.
Select your refund preference at RefundSelection.com. Financial aid will not appear on your student account until after your aid disburses.
Understanding Your Award
Deadlines
NHCC's priority aid application deadline is March 1. Students who complete their file by the priority deadline are given first consideration for SEOG grants and student employment for the following academic year.
- MN State Grant deadline - The Federal processor must receive your FAFSA no later than 30 days after the start of the semester. If your FAFSA is received after the MN State Grant deadline, you will not be eligible for MN grant for that semester.
- Pell Grant enrollment deadline - You must be registered for all classes by the Pell Grant enrollment date. Classes added after the enrollment date are not eligible for Pell grant.
Contact Us
Location & Contact
Location
Educational Services (ES) 70
Phone
763-424-0728
Fax
763-493-0589
Email
faid@nhcc.edu
Financial Aid Hours
Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Sunday: Closed