Financial Aid The Office of Financial Aid is dedicated to helping students and families reach educational and career goals through the various financial aid programs available at Pearl River Community College. Financial aid helps students and their families pay for college and is available through a variety of federal, state and institutional programs. Students may receive assistance through scholarships, grants, loans, and/or part-time employment.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Contact Information: Main Office Number-Poplarville (601) 403-1029 finaid@prcc.edu Main Office Number-Hattiesburg (601) 554-5534 finaid@prcc.edu Main Office Number-Hancock Center (228) 252-7001 finaid@prcc.edu
Steps to Apply for Federal Financial Aid Step 1: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov Step 2: Student may accept or decline federal student loans in RiverGuide. Parents of dependent students may also apply for the Federal Direct PLUS loan. Step 3: Students who want to apply for federal and institutional work-study must complete the Federal and Institutional Work-Study Application. The complete work-study application must be submitted to the Office of Financial Aid.
Important Note: Students must be regularly admitted and seeking a degree or certificate from Pearl River Community College in order to qualify for any type of federal student aid. The PRCC Financial Aid staff is available to answer questions about the application process and understanding policies. Although the main financial aid office is located at the Poplarville campus, staff at the Forrest County and Hancock Centers can answer general questions for students.
Scholarships State Grants The Mississippi Resident Tuition Assistance Grant, or MTAG, offers up to $500 per year for freshmen and sophomores who are residents of Mississippi who do not qualify for a full Pell Grant and have a high school grade point average of 2.50 and an ACT of 15 or above on the national test. Students who have prior college coursework, other than that earned during dual enrollment while in high school, must have a 2.50 grade point average on all prior coursework. 12
