Work-Study
What is the work-study hourly pay?
Work-study pay here at SCC is $15/hr
Who is the designated contact person for Child Care Grant questions?
Jennifer Santiago
128C Stone Hall
(910) 695-3743
What is FAFSA?
To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA). Completing and submitting the FAFSA is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.
Can I register at the college if my financial aid is not complete?
Yes! You are never required to have financial aid in place to register.
Where is the Financial Aid office located?
Stone Hall
Who is the coordinator for the work-study program at Sandhills?
Sarah Barber
125 Stone Hall
(910) 695- 3952
True or false: You must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours to be eligible.
True! In order to qualify for the NC Child Care Grant you must be enrolled in at least 6 face-to-face credit hours.
What FAFSA form do I need to fill out?
If you're applying for federal student aid for the 2023-24 school year(July 1,2023- June 30,2024), then you should file a 2023-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) form.
How long does it take for my FAFSA to be processed?
About 3-5 business days
Will financial aid cover any classes I add to my schedule?
Financial aid will cover any classes that fall under an active major.
What is the maximum number of hours that a work-study can work per week?
Simple answer, 15hrs/wk. Real answer, it depends on the job and the college.
True or false: You must meet SAP requirements in order to be eligible.
True! You must have satisfactory academic progress(SAP) in order to be eligible for the grant. This includes having at least a 67% completion rate and at least a 2.0 GPA.
How do I check the status of my FAFSA form?
To check the status of you FAFSA form, select "Log In" on the online FAFSA home page to log in. You can find your application status on the "My FAFSA" page, which displays after you log in and if you have already started or completed a FAFSA form.
When is a good time to start looking at financial aid?
Anytime! The sooner the better! That way if something goes wrong or gets messed up, you have time to fix it!
How often do you get paid for work-study?
Work-study positions get paid monthly.
How many children will the grant cover?
The NC Child Care Grant will cover up to two children between the ages of 0-5(daycare) and 5-12(aftercare).
What if I forgot my FSA ID username and password?
If you forgot your username and password for your FAFSA account, call the customer service line at 1-800-433-3243.
Can my refund check be picked up at the school? Does Sandhills offer direct deposit?
No! Sandhills can not hold checks or deposit finds into a bank account, all checks are mailed to the address on file with admissions.
When are the upcoming financial aid deadlines?
Spring 2023:
16-wks/1st 8-wks courses: December 1st
2nd 8-wks: February 27th
Which of these is NOT a eligibility requirement for the work-study program?
A. Be a high school graduate
B. Meet SAP
C. Have a completed FAFSA
D. Have unmet financial aid need
E. Be enrolled in at least 8 credit hours
E. Be enrolled in at least 8 credit hours
In order to meet eligibility requirements for the work-study program, you only need to take 6 credit hours in a program of study that is eligible for financial aid.
How much does the NC Child Care Grant pay?
The NC Child Care Grant will pay up to $150 per week per child, although they will only pay up to the amount you are paying in child care if the amount is less than $150.
How do I correct my FAFSA form?
To make corrections to your FAFSA form, select "Log In" on the home page and log in to the online FAFSA form. Then, select "Make Corrections."
My self-service account is showing a negative balance, do I owe this money to the school?
No! A negative balance in your self-service account means you are due for a refund, the school owes YOU money!
What tax period do you use on FAFSA?
Tax period from 2 years prior, for example, the 2023-24 FAFSA form will rely on tax information from 2021.