Students needing financial aid should consult with the Financial Aid office for assistance in meeting the cost of attending Del Mar College. The Financial Aid office is located in the Harvin Center, Room 263. Eligibility requirements and the procedure for application are outlined in the Del Mar College Catalog (DMC Catalog) under Student Services and in Del Mar College Financial Aid brochures (FA brochures). Students should identify their needs early and pursue them far enough in advance to allow for the completion and processing of all paper work. Deadlines are also listed in both the DMC Catalog and FA brochures. It is suggested that all required forms be in the Financial Aid office two months prior to the deadlines to allow for processing time.
Four types of financial assistance are available: grants, loans, employment, and scholarships. Further information on each type of assistance is outlined in the DMC Catalog and further details can be obtained from the Financial Aid office.
Specific criteria and deadlines for each type of financial aid are available. Each student must be prepared to submit proof of financial status that indicates a financial need for certain types of financial assistance. Priority is given to students with the greatest documented need whose applications are received by the priority deadline.
A variety of scholarships are available to student nurses. These have an assortment of criteria for those who are interested. Many of these scholarships have been established in memory of teachers, friends, individuals, or by clubs and organizations wanting to help students with their education. Criteria for eligibility for these scholarships vary according to the standards set by each fund. It is to the benefit of each student to explore this option.
A student who is found eligible for a grant/scholarship that is to be awarded later in the semester than their financial need, can explore the option of an emergency loan from the Financial Aid office. Temporary loans are granted following official investigation of grades and credit status. Loan money must be repaid within 30-40 days of receipt.
Students may also want to investigate other potential sources of financial aid. Resources helpful to explore financial means of this nature are available in DMC and Texas A. & M. – Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) libraries.
Only students enrolled in credit courses who are seeking degrees or certification are eligible to receive Student Financial Aid through the Del Mar College Financial Aid office. Student records are reviewed at the end of each semester or summer session to determine if the student is meeting satisfactory progress standards. Standards and appeals procedures are listed in the DMC Catalog and FA brochures.