Financial Aid: Funding Your Education

An Investment in Your Future - Financial Aid is Available to Those Who Qualify

Education and career training is one of the most valuable investments you can make. Successful investment in your future can help you pursue a professional career. Many students require financial assistance and at Valley College, Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.

Valley College’s experienced Financial Aid administrators will assist and support you every step of the way through the application process. Our knowledgeable staff can guide you through available financial assistance options.

Valley College is proud to offer the following financial aid opportunities to qualified applicants:

For more information on these programs, read below or contact the Financial Aid Office at your Valley College location.

FEDERAL PELL GRANTS

Students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may qualify for government funding in the form of a need-based Federal Pell Grant.

Unlike loans, Pell Grants do not have to be repaid.

The amount a student is awarded depends on financial need, costs of attendance, full-time or part-time enrollment, and length of academic study.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program offers different types of Direct Loans:

DIRECT STAFFORD LOANS (BOTH SUBSIDIZED AND UNSUBSIDIZED)

Subsidized loans are awarded based on financial need.

The government pays the interest while a student is still enrolled in school.

Interest is only charged once repayment begins.

Unsubsidized loans accrue interest from the time of disbursement until the loan is paid in full.

A student’s financial need is not a determining factor in obtaining an unsubsidized loan.

DIRECT PLUS LOANS

Loans parents can obtain to help pay the cost of education for their dependent undergraduate children.

All students must complete the FAFSA in order to be eligible for any form of financial aid.

Complete your FAFSA Online Here

Use the following School Codes for Valley College

ONLINE 030844
MARTINSBURG 026094
BECKLEY 030844
PRINCETON 030842

WEST VIRGINIA STUDENT AID

HEAPS GRANT (Higher Education for Adult Part Time Students grant)

Students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may qualify for State of West Virginia funding in the form of a need-based HEAPS Grant.

Unlike loans, HEAPS Grants do not have to be repaid.

The amount a student is awarded depends on financial need, costs of attendance, full-time or part-time enrollment, and length of academic study.

HEAPS funding is awarded on a first-come, first serve basis. The application process begins July 1st of every award year and is only for certificate programs.

HEGP GRANT (Higher Education Grant Program grant)

Students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the respective due date every year may qualify for State of West Virginia funding in the form of a need-based HEGP grant.

Unlike loans, HEGP grants do not have to be repaid.

The amount a student is awarded depends on financial need, costs of attendance, full-time or part-time enrollment, and length of academic study. HEGP may be used for certificate or degree programs.

WORKFORCE (WIA)/TAA

The State of West Virginia WorkForce Investment Act (WIA) offices facilitate the administration and awarding of aid for those who qualify. WIA programs must be qualified under the demand occupation list provided by the local WorkForce office.

TAA is for anyone whose job has been moved overseas. This is the Trade Adjustment Assistance.

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

The State of West Virginia Division of Vocational Rehabilitation offices facilitate the administration and awarding of aid for those who qualify.

VETERANS ADMINISTRATION BENEFITS

The State Approving Agency for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs facilitates the administration and awarding of aid for those who qualify. Valley College participates in the Montgomery GI Bill. Valley College accepts all Chapters of the VA.

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