Whatcom Community College's Financial Aid team is here to help you find ways to pay for your college education. Higher education is a great return on investment leading to better jobs and higher wages. 

Our team will support you in the process of funding your education.

Apply early for maximum eligibility! Start the application process now as it can take several months to determine what funds you are eligible for.

Tuition & Fees

Tuition and fee rates are set by the Washington State Legislature and regulated by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC). Tuition and fees are subject to change and are also approved by the college Board of Trustees. The actual tuition a student pays will vary due to credit load, residency status, selected programs, and other factors. Find out about tuition and all possible fees here. 

Exploring Financial Aid

Whatcom Community College's Financial Aid team is here to help you find ways to pay for your college education. Find out more about your Financial Aid options here.

Financial Aid Resources & Information

Financial Aid Forms

Federal Direct Student Loan Application Process

Financial Aid Deadlines

WCC Financial Aid Code of Conduct

Additional Federal Direct Student Loan Information

Whatcom Community College's Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Scholarships

Students in search of scholarships may choose to apply for WCC Foundation Scholarship Opportunities or local, state and nation. Click here for more scholarship information.

Funding & Support Programs 

Funding opportunities can help you access higher education at Whatcom Community College at a more affordable cost. Discover Funding and Support Programs here.

Workforce Education Funding

Whatcom Community College offers several programs that may be able to provide you with the financial assistance you need to attend college. Learn more about WCC's Workforce Education Funding.

Work Study Employment

The work study program at Whatcom Community College provides jobs for students to assist them in meeting their educational expenses through the financial aid process while receiving workforce training and experiences. Click here for more information about Work Study Employment.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

Federal and State Financial Aid Regulations require that students who receive financial aid be required to make Satisfactory Academic Progress in order to maintain financial aid eligibility. Click here for more information about Whatcom Community College's Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress.