Requirements & Eligibility for Aid

To receive – and keeping receiving – financial aid, you need to meet and maintain certain requirements during your time at Dutchess Community College.

General Requirements

The basics of what you need and how to apply.

Federal Financial Aid Eligibility

Know the three requirements for “Satisfactory Academic Progress.”

State Financial Aid Eligibility

Review the academic standards for your NYS TAP award.

Withdrawal & Your Financial Aid

What happens if you decide to withdraw from classes.

Student Loan Default

What “default” means and what to do if you’re struggling.

Special Circumstances

DCC can re-evaluate your status if your family situation changes.

Contact Us

Student Financial Services

Mon. - Thurs. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Phone: (845) 431-8060
Email: financialservices@sunydutchess.edu

53 Pendell Road
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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