Financial Aid

SCC offers quality education for an affordable cost. Our Financial Aid office is here to help you make informed decisions about the best way to pay for college.

There's more than one way to pay for college.
Explore your financial options with SCC.

For the best opportunity to receive financial assistance, make sure to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Got questions? Contact the Financial Aid Office. We're happy to help.

Scholarships

Every student should apply for scholarships! Scholarships are an excellent way to cut tuition costs.

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Grants

Federal and State Grants generally do not have to be repaid and are available to many students.

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Work-Study

The Federal College Work-Study Program at SCC provides qualified students the chance to work a part-time job at SCC during the academic year.

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Loans

Student loans require repayment. It's important to understand that you requirements when taking out a student loan.

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Outside Scholarship & Educational Assistance Reporting

To keep your financial aid accurate and compliant with federal rules, all students must report any outside scholarships or tuition assistance they receive.

Why Reporting Matters

  • Federal rules require colleges to include all outside funding—such as private scholarships, grants, employer tuition benefits, stipends, or other educational assistance—when calculating your aid.
  • If total aid exceeds your calculated financial need, the college must adjust your aid package to prevent a federal over award. 

What You Should Report

  • Private scholarships from community groups, nonprofits, clubs, or foundations
  • Scholarships from an employer or your parent’s employer 
    Employer tuition assistance or reimbursement programs
  • Any outside grants, stipends, prizes, or third‑party educational benefits

If You’re Not Sure…

  • When in doubt, report it.
  • If a resource does not need to be included in your financial aid, our office will let you know after reviewing your form.

Why This Helps You

  • Prevents unexpected changes to your financial aid later
  • Ensures full compliance with federal regulations
  • Helps us keep your aid package accurate, transparent, and up‑to‑date

Report Outside Aid

Meet our staff

West Burlington

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Shannon Weaver

Financial Aid Director

sweaver@scciowa.edu

(319) 208-5014

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Elisa Thurman

Administrative Assistant - Financial Aid

ethurman@scciowa.edu

(319) 208-5016

Susan McElhinney-Barron

Susan McElhinney-Barron

Financial Aid Officer 

smcelhinney-barron@scciowa.edu

(319) 208-5013

Keokuk

Deanna Church

Deanna Church

Asst. Registrar/ Financial Aid Officer

dchurch@scciowa.edu

(319) 313-1931

Taylor Bartlett

Taylor Bartlett

Financial Aid Officer 

tbartlett@scciowa.edu

(319) 313-1922