Apply for Financial Aid at OTC

Step 1

Complete the FAFSA

To receive federal financial aid (including the Pell Grant and student loans) as well as certain state grants, you must fill out the FAFSA. OTC’s school code, 030830, must be on the application for the college to receive your results.

If you complete a FAFSA between October and the following June, there are two FAFSA applications available online. Follow these directions to determine which form you will fill out. Which FAFSA® form do I need to fill out? | Federal Student Aid.

FAFSA Help:

FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid
Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account | Federal Student Aid
FAFSA® Help | Federal Student Aid
Complete the Personal Circumstances and Demographics Sections of the FAFSA® Form (Determine your dependency status and identify your contributors)

Complete or Make Corrections to your FAFSA

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Step 2

Financial Aid Information

Click on the links below to find out more information on each type of aid, how to apply and other important dates for financial aid.

Grants: do not need to be repaid
Loans: borrowed money which must be repaid
Missouri A+ program: scholarship funds for eligible graduates of A+ designated Missouri high schools
Federal Work-Study : money students earn while employed at OTC
Veteran Services: educational assistance for students eligible to receive Veteran benefits

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Step 3

Apply for Scholarships

Scholarships are designed to fit varying needs of OTC students. So, whether you are completing a GED, re-entering college or graduating high school, there are scholarships you can apply for at OTC!

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Step 4

Complete My Financial Aid File

Once OTC has received your FAFSA, the Financial Aid Office will communicate if any additional information is needed through your MyOTC. You can also get this information by clicking on “Financial Aid Required Documents.” . The required documents tells you if you need to turn in documents or make corrections to your FAFSA.

After you turn in your information you may check the status of your documents at “Check My Financial Aid File” on your MyOTC.

Check for Notifications

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Step 5

How to Keep my Financial Aid

In order to keep your financial aid for future semesters, attend your classes and receive good grades.

If you are struggling in your classes be proactive and ask for help. OTC has resources to help you be successful in your classes:

Student Resources

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Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy