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Complete the 2025-26 FAFSA Form today at studentaid.gov - Don't miss out!

It's the number one question when deciding to go to College: what's it going to cost?

Tuition and fees at 果冻传媒 are significantly lower than every four-year institution in Southeastern Massachusetts, but we also understand that you want to make sure you're spending your money wisely. We're here to support you and offer solutions to make sure that you can balance your busy life and go to school.

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Filling out the FAFSA

Nearly $1 billion of aid goes unspent every year. Apply even if you don't think you're eligible. Apply even if you've done it before. The FAFSA has never been easier or more important!
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FAFSA and Scholarship Assistance

Get help filling out the FAFSA and applying for scholarships.
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Financial Aid Forms

Access all the essential financial aid forms in one convenient location for a seamless application process.
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Payment Plans

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Tuition Equity at 4Cs

4Cs is here to help undocumented students by offering enrollment support through guided admissions and financial aid help.

Types of Financial Aid

 

Apply by each year after October 1.

  • Federal Pell Grant: Based on need and "EFC" (expected family contribution) number from Student Aid Report (the results of the FAFSA). Some students may receive Pell if taking less than 6 credits. Does not have to be repaid.
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG): Provided to those Pell Grant recipients who have the highest financial need. Does not have to be repaid.
  • Federal Work Study: Based on financial need. Requires at least 6 credits. Funds earned based on number of hours worked and paid directly to the student biweekly. Does not have to be repaid.
  • Federal Direct Loan (Subsidized and Unsubsidized): Subsidized loan is need-based. Unsubsidized is not need-based, but does have restrictions. Both loans have limits based on student's year in school and dependency status. Additional application (promissory note) and loan counseling required. Requires at least 6 credits per semester. Must be repaid once no longer in school at least half-time.
  • Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS): Not based on financial need. Requires at least 6 credits per semester. Loan is in parent's name and repayment begins immediately.

Must be a Massachusetts State resident at least one year prior to receiving funds.

  • Mass Grant: Based on need and the EFC number from FAFSA. Must submit FAFSA by May 1. Requires at least 12 credits per semester. 4 semesters maximum at 2 year schools. Does not have to be repaid.
  • MA Access (Cash) Grant: Based on financial need. Requires at least 6 credits. Cannot exceed tuition and fees. Does not have to be repaid.
  • MA Part Time Grant: Based on need and the EFC number from the FAFSA. Must have between 6 and 11 credits per semester. Does not have to be repaid.
  • MA Need-Based Tuition Waiver: Based on need. Available for State supported courses with class sections 01 to 39. Does not have to be repaid.
  • MA Categorical Tuition Waivers: Does not require a FAFSA. Not based on financial need. Available to Active Duty military, Veterans, Native Americans, Senior Citizens, clients of Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission or the Commission for the Blind, and Children/Spouses of 911 Tragedy Victims. No minimum number of credits required. Does not have to be repaid.
  • 4Cs Gap Fund: Based on need and the EFC number from FAFSA. Primarily awarded to students who do not qualify for sufficient federal and state aid to cover tuition, fees, and books. Requires at least 6 credits per semester. Apply by completing the FAFSA. Does not have to be repaid.
  • 4Cs Whitehouse Grant: Awarded to students in Evening Nursing to reduce the program cost to match Day Nursing rates. Does not require financial need. Depending on availability, additional awards may be offered at the Financial Aid Director’s discretion. Apply by completing the FAFSA. Does not have to be repaid.

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