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Have you received my financial aid appeals form?
FAQ Answer:
  • You can log into the MyDSCC Student Portal to see if the Financial Aid Office has received your appeal.  Once in the system you will need to follow these instructions:
    • Click on the Student Tab
    • Find the Financial Aid Requirements
    • Select the Aid Year you would like to view.
    • View Student Requirements
      • The Financial Aid Appeal will show as complete if we have received all the required documents. This is not an indicator of the appeal being heard and a decision made, it is only an indicator that your appeal is ready to be heard at the next appeal meeting.
Where do I pick up verification materials?
FAQ Answer:
  • Verification materials are available online. They can be printed, completed, and submitted to any DSCC location. Documents can also be submitted electronically through your MyDSCC Student Portal.
How much is my financial aid award?
FAQ Answer:
  • You can log into the MyDSCC Student Portal to see your award. Once in the system you will need to follow these instructions:
    • Click on the Student Tab
    • Find Financial Aid Awards
    • Select the Aid Year you would like to view.
    • Click on the Award Overview tab.
      • Award descriptions, amounts, and the status will display.  Funds displayed on this page are based on full-time enrollment and may be adjusted based on enrollment.
      • Based on what type of aid you are receiving, your awards could change, since aid is awarded at different times during the year.
How do I check the amount of my tuition and fees?
FAQ Answer:

You can log into the MyDSCC Student Information System to check the amount of your tuition and fees.  Once in the system you will need to follow these instructions:

  • Click on the Student tab
  • Find Financial Aid Awards
  • Select the Aid Year you are wanting to view
  • Select the Award Overview tab

 
Do I have to go full time to get financial aid?
FAQ Answer:
  • If you are receiving Pell Grant, then you may attend any number of hours as long as you are degree-seeking.
  • If you are receiving a student loan, you must maintain at least half-time enrollment. (6 hours)
  • If you are receiving TN Promise, then yes, you must enroll and attend full time (at least 12 hours).
  • If you are receiving TN Reconnect, then you must enroll and attend at least half-time (6 hours).
  • If you are receiving the Hope Scholarship, you must enroll in at least half-time (6 hours)

Before dropping any classes that will change your enrollment status, talk to the Financial Aid Office first. Dropping your enrollment status could result in losing all eligibility for financial aid.
When will verification be complete?
FAQ Answer:
  • The verification process varies in the time it takes it to be completed, but typically takes 2-3 weeks after the Financial Aid Office has received all the requested documents. Processing is performed on a first-come, first-serve basis and is done as quickly as possible. You will be awarded any eligible financial aid once the verification process is complete. You can log into the MyDSCC Student Portal to check the status of your financial aid award.  Once in the system you will need to follow these instructions:
    • Click on the Student Tab
    • Click on Financial Aid Awards
    • Select the Aid Year you would like to view.
    • Click on the Award Overview tab.
      • Award descriptions, amounts, and the status will display. 
      • Funds displayed on this page are based on full-time enrollment and may be adjusted based on enrollment.
Have you received my financial aid verification documents?
FAQ Answer:
  • You can log into the MyDSCC Student Information System to see if the Financial Aid Office has received your verification documents.  Once in the system you will need to follow these instructions:
    • Click on the Student Tab
    • Find Financial Aid Requirements
    • Select Award Year
    • View Student Requirements
      • There will be a red flag beside any document still needed, and a green check beside any document that has been received.
      • The 'verification' requirement refers to the entire process, and will not turn to a green check until the entire process is complete.
What if I lose something on campus?
FAQ Answer:

DYR:

  • Glover Room 259 (English Suite)
  • Gym- Office 137 (Laurie Jones office)
  • Student Center- One Stop
  • CAB –Teresa Adams
  • Eller- Front desk
  • LRC- Front desk
  • Math – Administrative Assistant (Stacie Purvis)
  • Security Bank – Continuing Ed

GCC: – Front desk

JNC:

  • Naifeh Building – Front desk
  • Baptist Memorial Healthcare Academic Building – Front Desk
  • SC/LRC – LRC Circulation Desk
How will I know if I can receive financial aid?
FAQ Answer:

  • After the financial aid process has been completed, an email listing your award will be sent to your DSCC email address. This email will indicate the amount of aid you can receive based on a full-time enrollment status.
Does DSCC offer any scholarships?
FAQ Answer:
  • Yes, we do have scholarships. You must file a FAFSA and meet all admissions requirements to be eligible. Eligible students are ranked using a formula where financial need is the primary consideration. March 1 is the priority date for scholarships. Additionally, performance scholarships are awarded by the individual departments. Please contact the applicable department for scholarship requirements (e.g. athletic, music).