Community college offers the opportunity for students to earn a college educations that will help them begin rewarding careers or transfer to a four-year school. The cost of earning these degrees and certificates is much lower than that of a four-year university, a benefit many students are drawn to. Even with the lower tuition costs, however, people still worry about finding ways to fund their schooling. Below, Southeast Community College in Beatrice, Lincoln and Milford shares three ways they help students financially.

3 Ways SCC Will Help You Pay for School

1. Scholarships

More than 80 percent of SCC students receive financial assistance of some kind. Scholarships are one of the most popular options. There are many available, from need-based ones to those for people studying specific subjects. Talk with a financial aid counselor to learn which scholarships you’re eligible for to bring you one step closer to your community college dreams.

2. Student Employment

Working part-time while earning a degree or certificate is a great way to afford school. SCC supports part-time employment on and off campus. For information on these options, contact the Financial Aid Office on your campus and staff will help connect you with a work-study position.

3. Student Loans

Southeast Community College offers state, federal and institutional financial aid programs. Students may apply for these loans and grants by first completing the online FAFSA application. For assistance with filling out this paperwork, talk with a financial aid counselor. They’ll walk you through the steps and help you understand the jargon so you fill out the form correctly.

SCC believes money shouldn’t be a barrier to education. That’s why the College affords students loans, scholarship opportunities, and supports part-time jobs for students. To learn about SCC’s financial aid offerings, call the Financial Aid Office at 402-437-2610 or send an email to FinancialAid@southeast.edu. You also can get information from the website.