LibGuides: College, Financial Aid & Scholarships: Scholarships & Financial Aid

Need help paying for tuition and books?

Scholarships are available to help pay for books, tuition and other expenses.

All students at St. Louis Community College may apply for multiple scholarships through St. Louis Community College Foundation.

Be enrolled at STLCC
Complete a FAFSA
Register for classes
Apply Now For STLCC Scholarships
A single application form to match and apply for all STLCC scholarships for which you are eligible.

More information about paying for books and tuition:

STLCC Book Account
Students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant or Direct Student Loan refund will be issued an STLCC Book Account to make allowable purchases including books and some supplies at the campus bookstores. The amount is based on your financial aid award, not to exceed $1,000. You can track the status of your book account through Banner Self-Service.
Student Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC)
STLCC offers SARC to help you through many situations that may make it harder to finish your degree.
Interactive Course Schedule
Look for classes that note FREE textbooks and course materials or LOW for textbook costs under $40. You can also restrict your search to one of these under CHARACTERISTICS.

Missouri Opportunities for Funding

Missouri Dept. of Higher Education & Workforce Development

Grants and Scholarships
Check the full list of scholarships and grants available from the Missouri Dept. of Higher Education and Workforce Development.
A+ Scholarship Program, MO Dept. of Higher Education
The A+ Scholarship Program provides scholarship funds to eligible graduates of A+ designated high schools who attend a participating public community college or vocational/technical school.
Access Missouri Financial Assistance Program, MO Dept. of Higher Education
Access Missouri is a need-based program designed to be simple to understand, provide predictable, portable awards, and increase access to your school of choice. Your financial eligibility is determined by your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) as calculated through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Marguerite Ross Barnett Memorial Scholarship, MO Dept. of Higher Educaiton
This need-based scholarship was established for students who are employed while attending school part-time.
Minority and Underrepresented Environmental Literacy Program
This is a scholarship designed to assist academically talented minority and underrepresented individuals pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in an environmental course of study that will lead to employment in a field that is clearly environmentally related.
Public Service Officer or Employee's Child Survivor Grant Program
This program provides tuition assistance to certain public employees and their families if the employee is killed or permanently and totally disabled in the line of duty.
Wartime Veteran’s Survivors Grant Program
These grants are available annually to children and spouses of Veterans whose deaths or injuries were: a result of combat action or were attributed to an illness that was contracted while serving in combat action, or who became 80 percent disabled as a result of injuries or accidents sustained in combat action since Sept. 11, 2001

Scholarships & Grant Resources

Federal Student Aid
“You are America’s Smartest Investment.” The U.S. Department of Education's office of Federal Student Aid provides more than $120 billion in financial aid to help pay for college or career school each year.
The College JumpStart Scholarship
The College JumpStart Scholarship is an annual, merit-based competition -- financial need is not considered -- that is open to 10th-12th graders, college students and non-traditional students. The main requirement is that you are committed to going to school and can express your goals for getting a higher education.
College Scholarships.org
Provides links to Scholarships by type, College Grants, Student Loan information, and a Financial Aid Search Engine
Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholarship, Women's Society of Washington University
A two-year, full-tuition scholarship awarded annually to students graduating from St. Louis Community College and transferring to Washington University at St. Louis.
Financial Aid for Veterans and their Dependents, FinAid
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FinAid was established in the fall of 1994 as a public service. This award-winning site has grown into the most comprehensive source of student financial aid information, advice and tools.
Grants & Scholarships, Missouri Dept.of Higher Education (MDHE) & Workforce Development
The Missouri Department of Higher Education administers a number of state grants and scholarships. To be eligible for most Missouri student financial aid, initial and renewal students should have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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A variety of financial aid is available to help students and families pay for college. Grants and scholarships are awarded to students of all ages, and eligibility is based on many different factors including financial need, academic achievement, civic involvement, athletic ability, and other skills and interests. It is important to look into all types of student financial aid - from federal and state government, colleges and universities, community organizations, private businesses, and other sources. Students should apply for scholarships and grants every year they plan to attend college.
Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) Database of Scholarships
Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis
Scholarships, St. Louis Scholarship Foundation
Scholarships by Type, Scholarships.com
The largest independent free college scholarship search and financial aid information resources on the Internet.
Scholarships and Grants for Adults Going Back to College
Maryville University
Scholarship Search, Careeronestop (sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor)
Search by Award Type, Study Level, State of Residence and Affiliation Restrictions.
Scholarship Search Engine, College Scholarships.org
Scholarships for Military Dependents
College Scholarships.org
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College Scholarships.org was created to serve people who are interested in college funding. What makes us unique is that we list a broad array of funding opportunities without asking for information from you.
Scholarships for Military Families
Federal Student Aid, An Office of the U.S. Dept. of Education
TEACH Grant, U.S. Dept. of Education
A Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) Grant is different from other federal student grants because it requires you to take certain kinds of classes in order to get the grant, and then do a certain kind of job to keep the grant from turning into a loan.

Catalog Search Help

Begin in the STLCC Catalog to find books in the library. The two basic methods for searching are the keyword and the subject searches. The subject search is somewhat misleading--it only searches for subjects as defined by the Library of Congress. Because most library users are not familiar with the official Library of Congress Subject Headings, it is often a good idea to begin with a keyword search. Some examples of keyword searches include

college essays
scholarships

NOTE: Use the connector "and" to separate distinct concepts in your search. Use the connector "or" to separate synonyms in your search. Use the truncation symbol * to find varient words

Results from your keyword searches will help you identify appropriate subject headings. Below are just a few examples of subject headings you will find in the STLCC Libraries Classic Catalog.

STLCC Financial Aid Information

St. Louis Community College provides a comprehensive financial aid program funded by federal, state and private agencies. Aid awards fall into four categories: grants, scholarships, loans and work. Most aid is awarded on the basis of financial need. However, excellent academic ability and talents are recognized through the college's and other scholarship programs. Visit the STLCC Financial Aid web page and drop by to talk to someone in person to help you understand the programs, policies and procedures pertaining to financial aid at St. Louis Community College.

STLCC Financial Aid

Financial Aid Resources: Paying for College & Dealing with Debt:

College Affordability & Transparency Center, U.S. Dept. of Education
Start here to find information about how much it costs students to attend different colleges, how fast those costs are going up, and why costs are going up.
Mapping Student Debt
How borrowing for college affects the nation.
College Affordability: Understanding Financial Aid
Financial aid from a variety of sources helps students and families pay tuition and fees and the other expenses involved in getting a college education. Aid may come from the federal government, state governments, employers, private organizations, or colleges and universities.
Fastweb! "Payng for College Just Got Easier"
FastWEB, a searchable database of more than 180,000 private sector scholarships, fellowships, grants, and loans. FastWEB provides free scholarship searching and links to financial aid calculators, financial aid home pages, scam alert (a service to help users identify possible suspicious scholarship opportunities), and a wealth of information on federal financial aid programs.
FinAid: The Financial Aid Information Page
An up-to-date and detailed repository of financial aid information, FinAid provides links under categories such as Assistance, Tools (calculators), Discussion, Sources of Aid, Loans, Government/Schools, Vendors/Services, and Special Interest. FinAid is officially sponsored by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA).
A Guide to College Savings Plans, MoneyGeek
How to Get A Degree Without Debt, A Guide for College Students
Mapping Your Future
A comprehensive site for students of all ages. The student loan counseling forms are used by the STLCC financial aid office. There are sections tailored for middle & high school students, undergraduate students, graduate students, adult students, student loan borrowers, parents, middle & high school counselors and financial aid professionals.
Pay for College, Adventures in Education
Explore college costs and plan how you'll pay for your degree or certificate. TG's Adventures In Education (AIE™) is a public-service website developed to help students plan and complete their journey through higher education.
Pay for College, CollegeBoard
Information on 529 plans, how financial aid works, how to tackle FAFSA, loan options, college costs, etc.
Princeton Review
Help in finding the best school, raising your test scores, online applications and finding money.
Sallie Mae
Helping make education possible. Provides financial aid resources (including calculation programs) for students, college financial aid professionals and high school counselors.

Financial Literacy in College | Financial Literacy Videos

PTKConnect

PTK Connect
Phi Theta Kappa’s FREE online search tool for transfer scholarships, colleges and career pathways. You do not have to be a member of PTK to use this. Non-members can create a free guest account.

Connect with Colleges: Organize your transfer search by choosing your favorite colleges. Evaluate transfer-friendliness ratings, compare college profiles, and discover scholarship opportunities to inform your decisions.
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