Deferred Payment Plan

AACC offers a deferred payment plan to all students for tuition and fee charges for credit courses. For more information, see Payment Plans.

Federal Pell Grant

These federal grants funds are available to full and part-time student with high financial need who have not completed a bachelor's degree. Eligibility and award amounts are based on each student's Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Payment amounts also vary based on each student's level of enrollment (1/4 time, 1/2 time, 3/4 time, and full-time). Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements. To apply, submit a FAFSA.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)

AACC awards these federal grants to full and part-time students who are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant. Funds are limited and are only awarded to students with exceptional financial need. Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements. To apply, submit a FAFSA.

Federal TEACH Grant

This program provide up to $4,000 per year to students who intend to teach in a public or private elementary or secondary school that serves students from low-income families. It does not require students to demonstrate any financial need. For more information, visit www.teachgrant.ed.gov

This program provides employment opportunities to students who demonstrate financial need. Jobs are part-time during the academic year and can be full-time during the summer and semester breaks. Students must review available job listings and schedule interviews with approved employers. Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements. To apply, submit a FAFSA.

Institutional Student Employment Program (ISEP)

This program provides employment to students who do not qualify for the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. Like the FWS program, students may work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer and semester breaks. All jobs are located on campus. The number of positions is limited.

Maryland Part-time State Grant

AACC awards these state grants based on financial need. Students must be pursuing a degree and taking 6 to 11 credits per semester. Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements and must be pursuing an associate's degree. Certificate students are not eligible. To apply, submit a FAFSA.

Maryland State Scholarships and Grants

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) awards a variety of grants and scholarships to Maryland residents attending Maryland colleges and universities. Students are encouraged to complete and mail the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1 each year. Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements and additional MHEC requirements.  Certificate students are not eligible to receive Maryland Educational Assistance Grants, Maryland Hope Scholarships, and Maryland Part-Time Grants. See MHEC's eligibility guidelines or contact our office for more information. 

Federal Stafford Loans

The U.S. Department of Education established this student loan program. Repayment begins six months after the student ceases to be enrolled for at least six credits.  Federal Stafford Loans do not require a credit check. Students must meet the General Eligibility Requirements and enroll for at least six credits during the semesters they want to receive loan funds. To begin the application process, submit a FAFSA.

Subsidized Stafford Loans: To receive Subsidized Stafford Loans, student must demonstrate financial need. Subsidized Loans are interest free while the student is in school, but begin accruing interest 6 months after the student ceases to be enrolled at least 6 credits (half-time).

Unsubsidized Stafford Loans: Unsubsidized Stafford Loans do not require financial need. These loans are not interest free while students are in school. These loans begin accruing interest after disbursement.

Scholarships

For information on scholarships, please go to scholarships.