Financial Aid
Federal Pell Grant
To be considered for financial aid at Technical College, including the Federal Pell Grant, Colorado Need Based Grant, and Colorado Work Study, students must:
Apply to Emily Griffith Technical College in a Qualified Federal Financial Aid Program/Pell-eligible program. Eligible programs are noted on the program webpage and in the catalog under the program title.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (
FAFSA) every academic year (
www.fafsa.ed.gov). The Emily Griffith Technical College Code is 005596.
Make a Certification Appointment, after you have received your Student Aid Report (SAR) either by e-mail or by regular mail. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 720-423-4744.
A student needs to attend one month before he/she is eligible for funds. The first disbursement will be at least six weeks after enrollment begins.
State Funded Assistance
To receive state funded assistance:
Students must have lived in Colorado for at least one year and meet other eligibility requirements of FAFSA.
Applications are the same for the Pell Grant.
Applicants need to be enrolled in a Pell-eligible program at least halftime.
Funding is limited.
Colorado Work Study
Participants earn money toward their training expenses by working part time. The Financial Aid Office attempts to place students in assignments that enhance their training. Funding is limited. The following are steps a student needs to take in order to be eligible for the Work-Study Program:
Fill out a FAFSA application
Be a Colorado Resident
Be in a Pell eligible program
Student must be attending at least 12 or more clock hours per week
Student will need to have completed the financial aid process and ready to award
Demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA
Please contact Ramona Fox in the Financial Aid office if you are interested and meet the requirements.
Emily Griffith Foundation Scholarships
Emily Griffith Foundation Scholarships are available to students who complete an application. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and a good attendance record, plus write a thank you note. Please see your Academic Advisor about applying for available scholarships.
Other Resources
Information about other financial aid sources is available as follows:
Financial Aid Rules and Regulations
Students need to be prepared to pay initial costs (25% of tuition and fees plus 100% of books and materials) with their own funds since these types of financial aid do not provide immediate assistance.
Students may be able to receive more than one type of assistance. All financial aid is for undergraduate students. Federal and State student aid is awarded on a one-year basis. The award period begins July 1 and ends June 30 the following year. Students may apply for and receive financial aid during more than one award period. Financial aid students need to follow all rules and regulations of Emily Griffith Technical College.
Academic Progress
A student must maintain a C average or better or P in a Pass/Fail course.
Measurable Progress
A student needs to demonstrate that he/she is making measurable progress toward program completion. A student may have 120 percent of program length to complete a program. For instance, a nine-month program may be completed in 10.8 months. Progress is measured on a monthly basis.
Attendance
A student needs to meet the attendance policy for the program area. Attendance policies vary among departments, minimum is 80%.
Financial Aid Contact Information:
Financial Aid Phone: 720-423-4744
Financial Aid Fax: 720-423-4903
Hours: M-W 8am-6pm; Thursday 8am-3pm; Friday 8am-1pm
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Payments, Tuition, and Refunds
Academic Advisement, Special Needs and Veterans Counselor Office
Emily Griffith Technical College
1250 Welton Street, Room 215D
Hours: M-W 8am-6pm; Thursday 8am-3pm; Friday 8am-1pm
To make Appointment: 720-423-4712
