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Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act credit reports are free under certain circumstances. For a small fee (usually around $9.00) you can request a copy of your credit report at anytime by contacting the three largest credit bureaus.
The three largest credit bureaus are:
| Semester | Pell Advance Book Checks | Academic Competitiveness Grant |
Balance of Pell Funds Disbursment | Stafford Loan Disbursement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2009 | Aug. 10, 17, & 24
Related terms:Financial Aid Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I find out if I am eligible for financial aid?Complete the FAFSA and provide the required signatures. It will take 3-7 days to process your electronic FAFSA and send your Student Aid Report (SAR) electronically. Your SAR will summarize the data you report on your FAFSA. Check the SAR carefully to make sure it is accurate. Keep a copy of your SAR. If your FAFSA information is complete, an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) will be printed in the upper right corner. Your EFC is based on the financial information you provide on the FAFSA. Related terms:Standards of Academic Progress for Financial Aid RecipientsThe Richland Community College Financial Aid Office is required by federal regulations to monitor academic progress toward a degree or certificate for all financial aid recipients. In order to receive financial aid at Richland, a student's total academic record, including transfer work, must be evaluated. While remedial hours are not counted in the College cumulative grade point average calculation, they will be reviewed for GPA and successful completion for financial aid purposes. Related terms:Applying for Financial AidThe financial aid process begins with the FAFSA (Free Application For Federal Student Aid). The FAFSA will automatically be sent to the State of Illinois for Illinois residents who list an Illinois school on the FAFSA. Related terms:Cost of AttendanceCost of AttendanceThe cost of attendance determines the maximum amount of financial aid a student could receive. Students actual costs may be more or less than these amounts. Related terms:
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