The College is committed to providing a comprehensive financial aid program for admitted degree seeking students who have computed need determined by the federal government, apply on time, and meet other requisite conditions for financial aid. The CBC financial aid program is need-based; the office does not offer merit scholarships. If you have financial need, i.e., a difference between the budget and resources the college expects you to have, the college will offer aid, including loans, work study, and grants or scholarships, to meet that need.

The types of aid available to students include:

• Student Employment programs – Employment programs at CBC include both Federal College Work Study and State Work Study. Visit the Student Employment office for details.
• Student Loans – Three student loans are offered through Financial Aid: Federal Stafford Loans, Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, and Federal Plus Loans.
• Worker Retraining – This is a state program for unemployed students and displaced homemakers who meet the criteria.
• Opportunity Grant – Eligible students may receive funds to cover tuition/mandatory fees and up to $1,000 for books and supplies for 45 college credits. Support services such as tutoring, career advising, college success classes, emergency child care, and emergency transportation are also part of the Opportunity Grant program.
• Grant and Waiver programs – These programs are given on the basis of need and do not have to be repaid. A new grant is available for students taking only 4 or 5 credits per quarter.
• Wage Progression Tuition Assistance – This is a state program for low-income parents. Visit the Student Employment office for details.
• Scholarships – Scholarships are awarded by organizations based on a variety of criteria.
• Military and Veterans Benefits – A veteran eligible to use educational benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs must meet with the Veterans assistant located in the Student Financial Services office on the Pasco campus.

The Student Financial Services office is located in the Student Services Building or HUB (H Building) on the Pasco campus. We can be reached by phone at 509-542-5504.

Normal Office Hours

Mon - Tues	7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed - Thur	7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday	Closed to students for file processing

Summer Hours

Mon - Thur	7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday	Closed to students for file processing