• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be enrolled in classes for credit in a financial aid-approved academic program leading to a degree or certificate.
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress in a selected course of study.
• Provide transcripts for all other secondary and post secondary institutions attended for evaluation.
• Not be in default of a student loan.
• Not owe a repayment on a state or federal grant.
• Be registered for the Selective Service if male and between the ages of 18 and 25.
• Have a valid high school diploma or GED and have passed the FCAT exam.
• If you did not pass the FCAT, may be eligible to complete the Ability to Benefit test to gain eligibility.

• The Federal form.
• All Broward College requested documents.
• Evaluated transcripts from high school and all other post secondary schools.

• Apply early for financial aid each year. The academic year begins in August. Financial Aid applications are available beginning in January for the upcoming academic year.
• Check your financial aid status by logging into MyBC and click on financial aid. It will tell you what forms you are missing and what other documents you may be required to submit to the Student Financial Services Office.
• Respond immediately to all requests for forms or additional information. All financial aid correspondence will be sent to your Broward College e-mail. Please check it frequently.
• Have a valid high school diploma or GED. If you did not pass the FCAT, see a Financial Aid Adviser.
• Be enrolled in a degree or certificate seeking eligible program of study.
• Keep the Student Financial Services Office updated on your enrollment or academic status. Enrollment affects your financial aid and you may be billed for any changes you make to your status.
• Keep your contact information current. Any changes may be made on line or at the campus admissions office.
• Have all your transcripts from high school and any post-secondary schools sent to Broward College and evaluated. You must have all your coursework evaluated before financial aid is disbursed.

Federal Direct Subsidized Loans

Federal Pell Grants: Apply by using the FAFSA form to be eligible for up to $5550 per year for undergraduates seeking a two-year degree.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants: For two year degree seeking students enrolled in at least half-time who demonstrate exceptional financial need.

Federal Work-Study Program (FWSP): Awards for up to 20 hours of on-campus employment. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six credits and maintain a cumulative 2.0 G.P.A. in order to receive work study.

Federal Direct Subsidized Stafford loans: Need based loans require that students be enrolled in at least six credits throughout each term (fall, winter and summer).

Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford loans: Loans awarded to students who are not eligible for a Federal Subsidized loan and are not need-based.  Students must be enrolled for at least six credits throughout each term (fall, winter and summer).

Federal PLUS loans: Loans for parents of dependent students who want to borrow towards educational expenses.

For more information and requirements visit: Federal and State Grants Information and Process.

Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG): Need based grant program for full-time and part-time students who meet state residency requirements.

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship program: Several state funded scholarships based on high school academic achievement. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six non-remedial credits and be degree seeking.

Broward College scholarships: Awards based on criteria established by Broward College.

Foundation scholarships: Student must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA, be a full time or part-time student, and demonstrate financial need.

For more information and requirements visit: Scholarship Information and Process.