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Welcome to Financial Aid! We know that paying for college comes with many questions, so please use the menus above and the steps that follow to help guide you in applying for aid. Not sure where to begin? Use the Contacts tab to let us know how we can help!
PREPARING FOR THE FAFSA 2026-2027 LAUNCH
The Department of Education has announced that the 2026-2027 FAFSA will be released on October 1 this year.
What should I do to prepare?
- If you do not have an FSA ID, you need to create one as soon as possible. https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
- Mark your calendar: Keep an eye on the calendar and be aware of the key dates. Plan to complete the FAFSA as soon as it’s available to you.
- Gather your documents: The FAFSA requires a variety of financial information, including tax returns, bank statements, and information about any assets. Start gathering these documents now so you’re ready to complete the form on October 1st (or whenever it becomes available to you).
- Stay informed: We will continue to keep you informed as additional information becomes available from the Education Department regarding the new rollout of the FAFSA.
- Contact IECC Financial Aid if you have any questions or concerns..
IMPORTANT FINANCIAL AID DATES: 2025 - 2026
These are key Financial Aid dates and deadlines to help students stay on track with applications, and in the know about disbursements and other important financial aid milestones. Refer also to Semester Dates & Deadlines for important institutional dates and deadlines.
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September 15 |
25-Day Attendance Check |
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September 22 |
First Fall Loan Disbursement to Student Accounts |
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September 25 |
Fall Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Deadline |
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September 30 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending full 16-week session) |
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October 3 |
Refunds Issued to Students |
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October 16 |
Second Fall Loan Disbursement to Student Accounts |
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October 27 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending second 8-week session) |
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November 1 |
Fall Deadline for Student Loan Requests |
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November 1 |
Fall Deadline for Special Circumstances Requests |
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January 30 |
25-Day Attendance Check |
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February 10 |
First Spring Loan Disbursement to Student Accounts |
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February 17 |
Spring Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Deadline |
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February 17 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending full 16-week session) |
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February 20 |
Refunds Issued to Students |
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March 4 |
Second Spring Loan Disbursement to Student Accounts |
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March 21 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending second 8-week session) |
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April 1 |
Spring Deadline for Student Loan Requests |
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April 1 |
Spring Deadline for Special Circumstances Requests |
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June 19 |
Summer Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Deadline |
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June 22 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending 8-week session) |
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June 23 |
First Summer Loan Disbursement to Student Accounts |
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June 26 |
Refunds Issued to Students |
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July 1 |
Summer Deadline for Student Loan Requests |
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July 1 |
Summer Deadline for Special Circumstances Requests |
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July 6 |
PELL Disbursement Paid to Student Accounts (For students attending 6-week session) |