The 2023-2024 FAFSA and CADAA applications are open. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will open December 31, 2023.

Let us help you pay for college.

It costs less than you think. PCC offers you all the advantages of a four-year college education — top faculty, a wide range of courses and degrees and the support you need — all at less than half the cost. Plus, the Office of Financial Aid and our knowledgeable advisers are here to help you find options to make your education affordable.

Contact the Financial Aid Office

Get Support 24/7:
(855) GO-TO-PCC or gotopcc@pasadena.edu

Office Hours in L-114:
M - Th, 8 am - 6:30pm
Friday, 8 am - 4 pm  

Apply for Financial Aid

Need help applying? Attend a Financial Aid Workshop.

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Can I Afford PCC?

Paying for college can be stressful. But, it costs less than you think. Use our Cost Estimates to give you idea of how much to expect to pay.

Go to Cost Estimates

What Aid is Available?

PCC participates in most federal and state aid programs as well as offers institutional financial aid programs.

See All Types of Aid

Important Deadlines

Each semester there are various deadlines you must meet in order to apply and maintain your financial aid award. Be sure to keep track of all dates so that you don't miss a deadline!

See Upcoming Deadlines

Receiving your Financial Aid

Your disbursement (financial aid refund) will be delivered to you with BankMobile Disbursements. Typically, you will receive two refunds each term.

Learn More About Disbursements

24/7 Financial Aid Answers 

Have questions about financial aid? Our Financial Aid TV provides short videos to help answer your questions, anytime, anywhere!

Watch Financial Aid TV

Financial Aid Tips

  • Apply for financial aid early — don't procrastinate!
  • Complete verification documents early
  • Check your PCC student email for updates
  • Double check your FAFSA or CADAA application for accuracy
  • Ask Financial Aid Office staff for help with FAFSA or CADAA questions

Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)