GCCC Financial Aid

10/07/2026

❓Need FAFSA help?

There are currently two FAFSA applications available:

✔️ 2026-27 FAFSA (for the current academic year)
✔️ 2027-28 FAFSA (for students planning to attend next fall)

Visit our Financial Aid Office for assistance, or join one of KASFAA's free virtual FAFSA drop-in events for help from financial aid professionals across Kansas.

Don't leave financial aid on the table. Complete your FAFSA today! 🎓💰

10/02/2026

🎓 The 2027-2028 GCCC Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN!

If you plan to attend Garden City Community College in Fall 2027, don't wait. Scholarship funds are awarded on a first come, first served basis, so applying early can make a difference.

✅ Log in to myGCCC: https://experience.elluciancloud.com/gcc74/
✅ On the myFinancial Aid tile, click Scholarship Application
✅ Complete your application!

❓ Questions? GCCC Financial Aid is here to help: call 620-276-9519, email [email protected], or text 620-390-3811

09/25/2026

🚨 One Week Left! 🚨

The deadline to apply for the Kansas Promise Scholarship is October 1. If you're enrolled in an eligible high-need program, you could receive funding to help cover your educational costs.

✅ Complete your 2026-27 FAFSA: https://fafsa.gov/
✅ Submit your Kansas Promise application: https://kansasregents.gov/students/student_financial_aid/promise-act-scholarship

Learn more about eligible programs at GCCC: https://gcccks.edu/paying-for-college/kansas-promise-scholarship.html

09/24/2026

It's that time of year again—the 2027-28 FAFSA is now open!

Processing time will vary from school to school. GCCC will start contacting students who add us to their apps by January. Check your college email for updates.

08/17/2026

💸ATTENTION STUDENTS: The Fall 2026 Census Date is September 14!

➡️This enrollment snapshot will determine the total grant payment for the semester. You must be enrolled in ALL fall classes as of the census date, even if the class(es) have a start date that is later in the semester.

👉REMINDER: Federal financial aid can only be awarded/disbursed for classes that count toward your GCCC degree or certificate requirements-visit with your academic advisor if unsure.

08/13/2026

Attention, Parents! Help make the transition to college a little easier by joining us for our Parent Information Session! Learn about campus resources, student success tools, support services, and more as your student begins their GCCC journey. 🎓

📅 August 14
⏰ 11 AM–12 PM OR 2–3 PM
📍 Beth Tedrow Student Center | Omar D. Angeles Endowment Room

Can’t attend in person? Join us via Zoom! Sign up HERE:https://ow.ly/h9LN50Zzrmj

We’re excited to welcome you to Buster Nation! 🤎💛

08/05/2026

Come see us! There is still time to complete the 2026-27 FAFSA

⏰ Need to enroll before the semester begins? We've got you covered!

Student Services is offering Extended Hours to make it easier to get everything checked off your list before classes start.

📅 Extended Hours
August 12–13: 8 AM – 6 PM
August 17–18: 7 AM – 6 PM

Whether you need help with admissions, advising, financial aid, registration, or enrollment, our team is here to help every step of the way.

📲 Current students: Text 620-390-3877
🎓 New students: Apply today at https://ow.ly/AmMg50ZwMfw

Don't wait until the last minute—we're ready when you are!

07/16/2026

🔐 Fall enrollment is open, but don't forget the most important step! 👇

​As you lock in your schedule, make sure to complete your 2026-27 FAFSA at fafsa.gov.

​Need help filing or have questions about financial aid? Come see us—no appointment needed!

​📍 Summer Hours:
​Monday–Thursday: 8 AM–4 PM
​Friday: 8 AM–12 PM

06/16/2026

If you're taking summer classes, the federal deadline to submit the 2025-26 FAFSA is coming up! Complete at fafsa.gov

Questions? [email protected] or 620-276-9519. We're available all year round.

05/27/2026

🎓 $2,500 Scholarship Opportunity! 🎓
The Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys are offering a scholarship to support the next generation of community leaders!

✨ Eligibility:
🏫 Open to all college students
📍 U.S. citizen or permanent resident
📈 Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
🤝 Active involvement in community activities

🗓️ Deadline: December 31, 2026

👉 Get all the details on the essay prompt and application instructions here:

Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys is offering a $1,000 merit-based scholarship for U.S. college students. Submit a 600–800 word essay on overcoming challenges by December 31, 2025.