WNC Financial Assistance is committed to helping students through the financial aid process during these challenging times.

Staff is ready and available to help. Students may email us anytime at finaid1@wnc.eduto get general assistance with questions. Students can alsoschedule a phone appointmentto receive a call at a time that is convenient.

2019-20 Award Year Updates (Fall 19/Spring 20/Summer 20: Financial Assistance processes are continuing with a business as usual approach. 2019-2020 awarding and disbursement processes are running on a normal schedule and students should continue to monitor their myWNC account and email for updates. Students who are considering enrolling in Summer 2020 and would like to learn more about receiving a Pell Grant during the summer term can learn more by visiting theFinancial Aid webpage.

2020-21 Award Year Updates (Fall 20/Spring 21/Summer 21: The Financial Assistance Office is also busy preparing for the 2020-2021 award year. Students who have not yet completed their FAFSA, should complete the application as soon as possible at FAFSA.GOV. Students who have already completed their FAFSA, should ensure they have completed all required to-do lists as soon as possible. Students can monitor their file in their myWNC student portal; most all forms and requirements can be completed electronically. The Financial Assistance Office plans to be awarding students with complete files in early April.

Financial Assistance staff appreciate everyones patience and cooperation during this challenging time.