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Financial Aid Events, Dates, and Deadlines

Take advantage of the many options to learn about Financial Aid.

Harford's Financial Aid Team provides workshops, info sessions, and other reminders and events to help you navigate the financial aid process and get the maximum aid you are entitled to. Check back often for the most up-to-date information.

AUGUST

Fall Tuition Due: Check your bill and pay any balance not covered by financial aid or set up a payment plan.

Navigating Your Financial Aid Offer: One-on-one online sessions tailored to help you understand your Financial Aid Award.

SEPTEMBER

Prepare for the FAFSA®:  It’s easier to complete the FAFSA® form if you gather what you need ahead of time.

OCTOBER

Apply to Harford:  If you haven't already applied to the College, now is the time. Financial aid cannot be awarded unless you apply. APPLY

FAFSA® Opens: Completing the FAFSA® is the first step to obtaining financial aid. Make sure to include Harford’s school code: 002075.  Opens WED, OCT 1  |  FAFSA® Form

Scholarship Applications Open:
O'Connell Scholarship Application  |  WED, OCT 1
Harford Spring Scholarships  |  WED, OCT 15  |  APPLY 

Harford County College & Career Fair
WED, OCT 8  |  4–7 PM  | APGFCU Arena  |  LEARN MORE

High School Financial Aid Nights  | 6–8 PM
Attend any session to learn about FAFSA®, types of aid, how to apply, deadlines, updates, and tips for keeping aid. Open to all—whether you're attending Harford or another college.

TUE, OCT 14  at Bel Air HS  |  RSVP
WED, OCT 22 at Fallston HS  |  RSVP
THU, OCT 23 at Edgewood HS  |  RSVP
WED, OCT 29 at Havre de Grace HS  |  RSVP

Half-Day App Day    NEW DATE and LOCATION!  
Harford's admissions team invites you to visit the College, apply, and get accepted all in one day!
OCT 16  |  11:30 AM–2:30 PM PM  | Darlington Hall RM 210  

NOVEMBER

High School Financial Aid Nights (See description above.)

MON, NOV 3 at North Harford HS  |  RSVP  
TUE, NOV 11 at The John Carroll School  |  RSVP

FAFSA® Completion Assistance: Let Harford's Financial Aid team guide you thorough the process of applying for financial aid. Bring (for both student and parents): FSA ID, Social Security numbers, prior year tax returns, child support records, bank balances, and investment-business-farm values.
SAT, NOV 8  |  9 AM–1 PM  |  RSVP

Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship Event: Over six years, Harford has awarded $2M in free aid to credit and noncredit students through this popular scholarship. Learn more about eligibility and the application process. 
WED, NOV 19  |  6–8 pm  | RSVP

DECEMBER

Scholarship Application Closes  |  TUE, DEC 30
Don't forget! Apply for Spring Scholarships

JANUARY

Spring Tuition Due. Check your bill and pay any balance not covered by financial aid or set up a payment plan.

FEBRUARY

College Promise Scholarship Info Session. (See NOV description.)
Date TBA

FAFSA® Completion Assistance (See NOV description.)
FEB 21  |  RSVP

MARCH

Priority Filing Date for Maryland Financial Aid  |  MAR 1
A completed FAFSA® must be submitted by this date to be considered for most Maryland State financial aid programs (excluding the College Promise Scholarship).

Fall Scholarship Application Opens  |  March 15
Explore Scholarships  |  APPLY

APRIL

Navigating Your Financial Aid Offer (See prior description.)
Date TBA

FAFSA® Completion Assistance (See prior description.)
Date TBA

MAY

Check your Financial Aid Application Status: The Financial Aid Office may request additional documents via your Harford OwlMail. To avoid delays:

FAFSA® Completion Assistance (See prior description.)
Date TBD

Navigating Your Financial Aid Offer (See description above.)
Date TBD

JUNE

Navigating Your Financial Aid Offer (See description above.)
Date TBD

JULY

Navigating Your Financial Aid Offer (See description above.)
Date TBD



On Campus Financial Literacy Seminars

Presented by APGFCU, these activities provide a fun way to gain insight into financial topics... and get some cool giveaways! All events take place in the Owls Nest, located on the lower level of the Student Center.

Budget Like a Boss: Stay Cool, Spend Smart. Ready to take control of your cash without killing your vibe? This fun, fast-paced session will show you how to build a budget that works with your lifestyle—not against it.  
Giveaway: Knock-off Stanley water bottles

Wednesday, SEP 3  |  11 AM—1 PM

Cash for Class– Financial Aid for the Win!
Think you know the ins and outs of financial aid? Come put your knowledge to the test in our fast-paced Kahoot game! Compete against fellow students, learn tips to make the most of your financial aid, and snag some awesome prizes along the way. Don’t miss out—knowledge pays off!
Wednesday, SEP 24  |  12—1:30 PM

Focus Your Finances. Think managing money is overwhelming? Think again. In this quick and practical session, you’ll learn easy banking tips and how setting up auto-savings—even just a few bucks a week—can lead to big results.
Giveaway: Fidget Spinner
Wednesday, OCT 16  |  1—2 PM

Piecing Together Your Financial Picture. Money management doesn't have to be boring! In this hands-on session, you’ll create your own colorful “budget window” to visualize how your money flows—covering essentials like rent, fun, savings, and more. Then, test your knowledge with a fast-paced Kahoot game.
Activity: Stained Glass
Wednesday, OCT 22  |  1—2 PM

Step Into Smart Credit. Think you know credit? Step up and find out! In this fast-paced session, you’ll play a credit score match game—pairing everyday actions with how they impact your credit. Then, dive into a fun Kahoot quiz covering credit basics like scores, reports, and responsible use. 
Giveaway: Crocs!
Wednesday, NOV 12  |  11 AM—12 PM

 


 

Nondiscrimination Policy

The Financial Aid Office at Harford Community College offers free financial aid counseling services to all persons who request such help. All students attending the College are awarded all of the student financial aid for which they are eligible. Students have the right to cancel/decline some or all of any student financial aid award. Harford’s Financial Aid Office does not discriminate on the basis of curriculum, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status (except in those circumstances permitted or mandated by Federal law), or any other status protected by law or regulation when awarding or disbursing student financial assistance.