Financial Aid Displacement Advisory

1. Submit your FAFSA  
   Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov  
2. Apply for Scholarships 
   Visit www.gc.edu/scholarships for institutional and foundation scholarship opportunities. External scholarship links are also available on the site. 
3. Maintain Eligibility 
   Meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards and remain enrolled in an eligible program. 
4. Report Outside Scholarships 
   If you receive a scholarship from a private donor, community organization, or employer, email documentation to [email protected] so it can be applied correctly to your financial aid package. 
5. Monitor Your Aid 
   Log in to myGC to review your award package, pending requirements, and any updates that may affect your financial aid totals. 

• FAFSA becomes available – October 1st  

• Galveston College FAFSA Priority Deadlines and the suggested deadline to report gift aid 

• • Fall - June 9 
  • Spring - November 9 
  • Summer - March 30 

• Texas State Financial Aid Deadline 

• • Priority Deadline: February 15th for all state programs 

• The last day to submit the FAFSA® every year is June 30th 

• Institutional and Foundation Scholarships – Please check the Galveston College Scholarship website for more information and specific yearly dates.  

• • Fall and Spring – Open March 1st and close April 15th  

• • Spring Only – Open October 1st and close November 21st  

• Apply Early 

• Submit All Required Documents Promptly 

• Apply for Scholarships Every Year 

• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) 

• Report All Outside Scholarships 

• Reapply Annually and Stay Informed 

• Notify the Financial Aid Office of All Scholarships and Resources 

• Avoid Dropping or Withdrawing from Classes 

• Monitor Your Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) 

• Limit Changes to Program or Degree Plans 

• Avoid Repeating Courses Unnecessarily 

• Keep FAFSA Information Up to Date 

• Respond Quickly to Financial Aid Communications