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How to Apply for Financial Aid at UTC
Step 1: Complete and e-Sign the FAFSA on the Web.
- Available at www.fafsa.ed.gov – Remember, the FAFSA is FREE – do not allow anyone to charge you for submission. UTC's federal school code is 003529.
- The student and the parent (if dependent) must both sign the FAFSA. E-signature is recommended with the FAFSA PIN. www.pin.ed.gov
- Please be aware that UTC's financial aid awarding process follows a fall-spring-summer schedule. This means that you will need to complete or add UTC's school code to the FASFA for the summer term. The FAFSA is available January 1st of each year and must be completed each year for the upcoming fall, spring and summer terms.
- Please review our Important Dates webpage.
- Continuing Students will have the option to pre-fill their FAFSA on the Web. Please review all pre-filled information for necessary changes.
Step 2: Submit all requested documents to the Financial Aid Office.
- If the student is selected for Verification, we may request prior year tax documents. Check your MyMocsNet account to see your requirements. Guide to Accessing Your Financial Aid on MyMocsNet
- Other documentation may be requested as necessary via your MyMocsNet.
Step 3: Accept your Financial Aid awards.
- Guide to Accessing Your Financial Aid on MyMocsNet
- From your MyMocsNet, select the 'Money' Tab to access the Financial Aid section of your Mocs Account. Click on the link in the center of the screen for "Financial Aid Awards." “Offered” awards require action by the student.
- If you are a new Direct Stafford Loan borrower, you will be prompted to complete Direct Loan Entrance Counseling and a Direct Loan Master Promissory Note at www.studentloans.gov.
- Some awards are time-sensitive and may be cancelled after 30 days of student inactivity.
Step 4: Got loans? Complete all loan-related requirements.
