Types of Financial Aid

Worry about exams, not tuition! In addition to the aid you receive from completing the FAFSA or the TAFSA, San Jac offers many types of financial aid for students including grants, scholarships, and student loans. Explore your options and make college affordable for you.

We keep our tuition low and opportunities broad to empower you to make your dreams a reality.

$83

is the cost per credit hour for in-district students.

Tuition and Costs

41%

of students receive some form of financial aid.

25,000+

Scholarships awarded since 1996.

Scholarships

Grants and scholarships are valuable resources for funding your education. You could call them education game changers. Not only do they not need to be repaid, but they also open doors to other opportunities. Discover the benefits of grants and scholarships and start exploring your options today.

Grants

Grants are funding that you don’t have to pay back and are sometimes awarded based on financial need. See what grants you could qualify for and make college more affordable for you!

Scholarships

Like grants, scholarships don’t have to be paid back. They’re given for financial need, academic merit, and many other special criteria. Apply for a San Jac Foundation scholarship or find scholarships outside of San Jac.

San Jac offers a range of resources and support services to help you achieve your academic goals. This includes Texas exemptions, childcare assistance, and work-study opportunities. Find out more about these programs and their eligibility requirements.

Loans

This program allows students to borrow loan funds directly from the federal government. You will need to complete entrance counseling and sign a master promissory note with the Direct Loan program. Interest rates vary depending on the type of loan and disbursement date. Please visit studentaid.gov for more information on rates.

Child Care Assistance

Do you need help paying for child care? We offer two grant programs to help alleviate this cost. Check back in December to find out how to apply for Child Care Assistance.

Work Study

Earn up to $7,000 by working part-time on campus! We offer both federal and state work-study programs. Are you interested? Learn more!

Texas offers various programs that exempt or waive higher education costs for residents. If eligible, these programs will allow you to attend a public college or university without paying tuition. In some cases, it waives both tuition and fees. Certain nonresidents may also be able to enroll and pay a reduced tuition rate through waivers. Learn more about exemptions:

Exemptions and Waivers Available at San Jac Exemptions Eligibility Requirements

Use these resources to understand the aid you receive and how to manage it.

Financial Literacy

Learn more about what happens after graduation, when you need to start making payments on your loans, and life skills to maintain good credit.

Managing Your Aid

Take a look at the process of receiving funds and requirements to maintain eligibility.

We know college is expensive. That’s why we also look for ways for you to save after you pay tuition. When registering for classes, look for Open Books courses. These classes use free or low-cost online course materials.

Learn About Open Books

For general questions, reach out to us at 281-98-6150 or FinAid@sjcd.edu. Or visit our office on one of our campuses below.

Fall/Spring Hours
Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summer Hours
Mon-Thurs: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Fri: 8 a.m. - Noon

Types of Financial Aid

Making Education Accessible

Free Money

Grants

Scholarships

Additional Aid Options

Loans

Child Care Assistance

Work Study

Texas Exemptions

Understanding Your Aid

Financial Literacy

Managing Your Aid

Tip: Save Money After Tuition with Open Books

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