Scholarships

Apply for Scholarships!

Scholarships are considered gift aid, which doesn't require repayment. All students are encouraged to apply, regardless of immigration status.

PC students enjoy many scholarship opportunities through the generosity of individuals and organizations from around the community, including distinguished alumni, and corporations. Read on to explore resources for finding multiple categories of gift aid.

Maricopa Foundation & District Scholarships

Follow 3 STEPS to apply for potentially
HUNDREDS of Scholarships!

Complete Your Profile & Apply

STEP 1: COMPLETE SCHOLARSHIP PROFILE

Proofread your profile thoroughly, and ensure the essay reflects your best writing. Concerned that your grades aren't optimal? Worried that there are no opportunities in your field of study? Don't be bashful: finalize your profile with confidence! We have scholarships for every major, and for students whose GPAs start at 2.0.

STEP 2: USE THE PROFILE TO APPLY

Once your profile is set up, it's easy to apply! Let the system find the best opportunities for you.

APPLICATION CYCLE To receive funding during...	WHEN TO APPLY Submit your application...	NOTIFICATIONS You'll hear back...
Spring 2025	Between 9/1/24 - 10/31/24	Beginning 12/1/24
Fall 2025	Between 3/1/25 - 4/30/25	Beginning 6/1/25

Scholarships become available throughout the year, so check the system often. Outside the months of May and November—when the system is closed for maintenance—you can log on regularly to scan, and apply, for additional opportunities.

STEP 3: REACH OUT FOR HELP

Phoenix College's Department of Financial Aid & Wellness wants to help you minimize the cost of your education. We invite students to reach out through multiple channels.

Attend Scholarship Help Sessions You are invited to join us at the Hannelly Center's BearTrax Room for a thorough overview of the student application process, and tips for success. No pre-registration is required; simply join us at the meeting time.

SPRING 2025: Sessions Meet in the Hannelly Center's BearTrax Room (HC 117)
Thurs, April 3 3 - 5 pm | Tues, April 15 12 - 2 pm | Wed, April 23 10 am - 12 pm

Virtual Assistance Visit the Financial Aid area of the Virtual Assistance & Chat page for a complete list of ways to connect with us.
- In-Person Office Hours Stop by the Hannelly Enrollment Center. Hours are posted on the main Financial Aid - Paying for College page.
- MCCD Foundation The Foundation also offers students 1:1 scholarship assistance. On the profile login page, click the link following Need Assistance Applying for Scholarships? to schedule an appointment. Inquiries can also be directed, via email, to foundation.scholarships@domail.maricopa.edu