Keep your aid going strong—stay enrolled, pass your classes and stick to your program!
Qualifying for financial aid is a big step toward covering the cost of your education. To continue receiving financial aid at CCBC, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards as defined by federal, state and institutional policies.
You must enroll in courses required for your declared major. Financial aid does not cover courses outside your program. Additionally, you must complete your program within 150% of its published length. For example, if your program requires 60 credits, you must complete it within 90 attempted credits.
Important: If you withdraw, audit or receive an incomplete in any course, your SAP will be affected. Visit the Enrollment Services Center where a staff member will advise you how a withdrawal or incomplete course will impact your financial aid. You cannot receive financial aid for an audited course.
You must successfully complete at least 67% of the total credits you attempt.This means earning a passing grade of:
Your cumulative GPA (CGPA) is evaluated after you complete six credits at CCBC. This includes grades of A through F in courses completed at CCBC.
| Total Credits Completed | Required Minimum GPA to Maintain Financial Aid |
| 1-18 | 1.50 |
| 19-31 | 1.75 |
| 32-44 | 1.85 |
| 45 or more | 2.00 |
Find out how CCBC can assist you with a range of student support services to help you stay on track.
CCBC reviews your academic record at the end of each semester (or annually if you're in good standing). You can check your SAP status in SIMON via the myCCBC portal. If your aid is suspended, you’ll receive an email notification.
Academic challenges happen. If your GPA drops or you don't complete enough courses, your aid may be suspended. But you may be able to appeal—especially if you’ve experienced documented extenuating circumstances.
If approved, you’ll regain aid for one semester and follow an academic plan to get back on track.
You can track your Satisfactory Academic Progress and manage your financial aid status anytime through the myCCBC student portal. There, you’ll find:
Important: If your aid is suspended, you are responsible for covering your tuition, fees and books until you meet SAP standards or have an approved appeal. You cannot use aid for audited courses and taking time off will not automatically reinstate your eligibility.