Complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA for financial aid starting with the Fall 2026 semester. The QCC Financial Aid Office does not expect to begin processing awards for 2026-2027 until early August. You will be notified if additional information is needed.
The Summer 2026 Financial Aid Application is available now! Submit this form to be considered for discretionary grant funds. You will need a complete 2025-2026 FAFSA application on file for summer financial aid, including free community college grant funds. The federal deadline to submit the 2025-2026 FAFSA was June 30, 2026.
Summer 2026 refund checks will be available starting in mid-July and will be generated weekly thereafter. Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 refund checks are mailed weekly. Funds will be disbursed to student accounts as they are received from the federal and state governments and eligibility is confirmed. Some funds may not disburse until later in the semester. Refund checks are created when the funds disbursed to the student's account exceed the tuition and fees charged. MassReconnect, MassEducate, and some smaller state grant program disbursements may be delayed while we await additional funds for these programs.
Have you heard about Free Community College? Eligible MA residents can apply for financial aid and receive grant funding to cover their tuition and required fees. Many students will also qualify for an allowance for books and supplies! The first step is to submit your FAFSA!
Was your eligibility for financial aid suspended due to the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy? The Financial Aid Office has implemented a new online SAP Appeal Form for students who had extenuating circumstances. You must log into The Q to access the form.
Free FAFSA appointments are available at the QCC Financial Aid Help Center, if you need assistance. To make an in-person appointment with the QCC Financial Aid Help Center, sign in to EZQ.
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