Financial Aid

How to Apply

1. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) code: 035424

a.    Student needs a Personal Identification Number (PIN) -- www.pin.ed.gov

• Student’s official name

• Student’s Social Security number

• Birth date

b.    Parent who signs the FAFSA also needs a PIN if the student is dependent

2. Copper Mountain College (CMC) Financial Aid Data Sheet

3. *Supplemental items if picked for* Verification such as Federal Tax Return, W-2’s, proof of untaxed income and benefits

When to Apply

1. Earliest date to apply is January 1st
   

2. March 2nd deadline for California grants

3. Early Action is needed for early award letters

What type of Financial Aid is Available with the FAFSA

1. Federal Pell grant

2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

3. Federal Academic Competitive Grant

4. Federal Work Study

5. Federal Stafford Loan

6. State Cal Grants B&C – click here to sign up

7. State Board of Governor’s (BOG) tuition waiver

When is the money disbursed to me – click here
   
Financial Aid Forms – click here

Financial Aid Checklist – click here

How do I remain eligible for Financial Aid?

1. Keep 2.0 cumulative Grade Point Average

2. Pass 67% of classes enrolled in at census

3. Complete degree with in 150% needed credits (90 for A.A.)
   

For additional information, please see: Satisfactory Academic Progress

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Financial Aid Staff

Brian Heinemann
Director of Financial Aid
bheinemann@cmccd.edu 

Pam Hoyt
Financial Aid Specialist
phoyt@cmccd.edu 

David Shook
Financial Aid Specialist
dshook@cmccd.edu 

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Office Location
Financial Aid is located in the Office of Student Services in Phase III.

Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday  8:15am to 6:00pm
Fridays                       8:15am to 3:00pm

We are closed on all legal and college holidays.  (08-09 CMC Holiday Schedule)