Start now, don’t wait!  Processing a financial aid file can take several weeks and it is important that students start early in the year.

  1. Apply for admission to CTC.

  2. Apply for financial aid each year by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students must enter CTC's Federal School Code; 004003 and meet federal eligibility criteria. CTC will receive the FAFSA within 3-5 business days.

  3. Check your CTC EagleMail account.

  4. Log into Eagle Self-Service to review and complete all financial aid checklist items.

  5. Complete requested financial aid forms through Etrieve.

  6. Acknowledge financial aid offer in Eagle Self-Service.

  7. Register for classes and pay any balance you may owe after financial aid is applied.

  8. Ten days before the start date of each class (or the next business day), financial aid is released to the Business Office to pay for classes and allow bookstore charging.


Steps to Financial Aid

State & Federal money intended to help students meet the cost of attendance.

Money borrowed through the government loan programs. 

Learn how Sally Mae Loans work with CTC.

Gift aid awarded by the CTC Foundation Office or outside organizations.

State & Federal program that allows students to earn a portion of their educational expenses through part-time employment.

  • If you are trying to budget for the upcoming school year, check out the estimated cost of attendance (COA) for the specific academic year. More...
  • Information is available regarding military educational benefits, Selective Service registration compliance, veteran benefits and vocational rehabilitation (Texas campuses only). More...
  • A consortium agreement is a contract between two colleges/universities that recognizes your registration at each location for financial aid purposes. More...

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  • Monday-Thursday:
    7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

  • Friday:
    7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

  • Email your questions to Financial Aid
    Email: financial.aid@ctcd.edu

    Phone: 254-526-1508
    Fax: 254-526-1480

    Office Location:
    Central Campus
    Bldg 215, Rm 121A
    Student Services Building

  • Federal Direct Loans Program: direct.loans@ctcd.edu

  • Work-Study Program: smorrow@ctcd.edu