• Awards are based on financial need, determined by your Student Aid Index (SAI) from the FAFSA.
• Funds are limited each quarter and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
• TPEG does not cover 100% of tuition. You may still owe a balance.

•  You must register and submit any required program application before your TPEG request can be processed. Funding is not guaranteed.
• You may need to set up a payment plan for the full tuition amount while waiting for a decision.
• Apply early, as awards are never guaranteed.

• CE-TPEG is available only for select Continuing Education programs.
• Funding is typically limited to one course per program unless otherwise approved.
• For programs with stackable credentials, you must successfully complete each course (and earn the certification, if required) before requesting additional funding. 
• Requests for additional funding require approval from the CE Director and the Director of Financial Aid.

• Complete the CE course registration form.
• New students will receive a Galveston College (GC) Student ID.
• Contact the IT Service Desk at 409-944-1352 or [email protected] to:
• Set up your Whitecaps email account
• Get a temporary password
• Your Whitecaps email is required to access the GC Portal, make payments, or set up a CE payment plan.

Important: If you decide not to take the course, notify the CE Office. If you don’t, you may still be responsible for the full cost.

• Complete the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form at StudentAid.gov.
• This FAFSA applies to Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 CE-TPEG.
• Once submitted, you’ll receive a confirmation email.

• Some programs, such as Healthcare, require a program application. Complete this before your TPEG request is processed.

• Once your FAFSA is received, CE will start your CE-TPEG application electronically.
• If your FAFSA was completed before registering, staff can confirm and release the application.
• Wait at least 7 days after submitting FAFSA before contacting the Financial Aid Office to ask about eligibility.

Contact: [email protected]  or (409) 944-1235

• You will receive the application link by email.
• Create a Dynamic Forms account, if needed.
• Fill out the application and submit it.
• The form will be automatically routed for required signatures.
• Once all signatures are complete, you’ll receive a finalized copy by email, and your award will be posted to your account.

Option A: Payment Plan

• You must set up your CE Payment Plan at least two weeks before class starts.
• Only balances over $500 qualify.
• Once TPEG funds are applied, your plan will adjust automatically.

Option B: Pay in Full

• Pay by cash, check, or credit card through Instant Enrollment or at the Business Office (2nd floor).
• If your TPEG award creates an overpayment, you’ll receive a refund.
• For multi-semester courses, you can leave the credit on your account for the next term.
• Contact the Business Office at [email protected]  or (409) 944-1362 for payment questions.

• Bring your payment receipt or Payment Plan to the CE Office (Room M-140).
• You’ll receive a green card for your ID badge and parking pass.
• Registrations without payment or a plan at least one week before class start may be dropped.

Continuing Education Office: [email protected] | (409) 944-1344

Financial Aid Office: [email protected] | (409) 944-1235

Business Office: [email protected] | (409) 944-1362