Meeting financial aid deadlines is key to receiving grants, scholarships, loans and work-study opportunities. The calendar below outlines key federal, state and CCBC deadlines, along with important dates for document submission and scholarship opportunities.
Whether you're applying for the first time or renewing aid, these details will help you stay organized and financially prepared throughout the academic year.
Apply early to ensure maximum eligibility for grants, work-study and loans:
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) offers grants, scholarships and loan assistance to in-state students.
Learn more about financial assistance programs offered through MHEC.
CCBC partners with community donors to provide scholarships and grants that help make college more affordable for students. These awards support a wide range of academic programs and student needs.
Apply early to ensure maximum eligibility for grants, work-study and loans:
The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) offers grants, scholarships and loan assistance to in-state students.
Learn more about financial assistance programs offered through MHEC.
CCBC partners with community donors to provide scholarships and grants that help make college more affordable for students. These awards support a wide range of academic programs and student needs.
| Date | Event |
| March 1 | 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted by March 1 for Maryland State aid consideration. |
| March 31 | Fall 2025 CCBC$FundMe application for foundation scholarships and grants opens. Access this application through the Scholarship and Grant Portal. |
| Date | Event |
| June 2 | 2024-2025 Federal Work Study application available. |
| June 4-6 | Students are evaluated and notified for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Check your status in SIMON in the myCCBC portal. We will also send you an email if you are placed on suspension. |
| June 13 | Summer 2025 Census date (captures your enrollment and financial aid applied based on that enrollment as of this date). |
| June 13 | Summer 2025 Book Credit ends. |
| June 20 | Summer 2025 financial aid disbursements begin. |
| June 27 | Summer 2025 and Fall 2025 SAP appeals due. |
| Date | Event |
| July 11 | Fall 2025 deadline to apply for foundation scholarships and grants via CCBC$FundMe. Access this application through the Scholarship and Grant Portal. |
| Date | Event |
| September 12 | Fall 2025 Book Credit ends. |
| September 12 | Fall 2025 Census date (captures your enrollment and financial aid applied based on that enrollment as of this date). |
| September 19 | Fall 2025 financial aid disbursements begin. |
| Date | Event |
| October 1 | The 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to complete. |
| Date | Event |
| January 5 | Spring 2026 Book Credit begins. Log into your OneCard account to check your book credit amount. |
| January 5 | If your financial aid is not finalized, payment is due for Spring 2026 courses. |
| January 23 | Spring 2026 SAP appeals due. |
| Date | Event |
| February 13 | Spring 2026 Book Credit ends. |
| February 13 | Spring 2026 Census date (captures your enrollment and financial aid applied based on that enrollment as of this date). |
| February 20 | Spring 2026 financial aid disbursements begin. |
| Date | Event |
| March 1 | 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be submitted by March 1 for Maryland State aid consideration. |
