The financial aid program at Roane State Community College is designed to aid students who would find it difficult or impossible to attend college without financial assistance. Roane State offers a comprehensive program of financial aid in the form of scholarships, work study, grants and loans. Major emphasis is placed upon financial need, academic achievement, character, and promise of future success. For assistance with your Financial Aid needs you may call toll free 1-866-GO2-RSCC ext. 4545 or 1-865-354-3000 ext. 4545.
The basis for determining financial need is the result of an analysis of the parents’ and/or student’s resources as provided by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students can access the form online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. All campuses can assist families in filling out the application.
Eligibility for financial aid is based on financial need, availability of funds and ability to maintain satisfactory progress. To qualify a student must:
Roane State encourages students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible. The FAFSA will be available on October 1 for the following aid year. Roane State has set the following priority dates for file completion:
Students applying after the priority dates listed above will be required to pay for the tuition and fees, and possibly be reimbursed if they qualify for financial aid assistance at a later date.
Roane State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored by Roane State. View full non-discrimination policy.