These are government issued funds which may be available to you based on your needs, and do not require repayment.
Isothermal Community College encourages students to complete the FAFSA prior to considering alternative, private educational loans to ensure all sources of grant aid have been explored and exhausted first. ICC does not have a preferred lender listing. If a student is considering an alternative or private loan, they should first research eligibility, loan limits, interest rates, fees, repayment, and customer service options.
Students who are seeking private loans should request a Truth-in-Lending Statement from the lender.
Please note that the information listed above is provided to students as a basic guideline. The information is very general in nature and the Financial Aid Office should be consulted for further details, rules, and regulations. All information contained in this section is subject to change.
Isothermal Community College exited the Federal Direct Student Loan program at the end of the 2012-2013 academic school year. Please reach out to the Financial Aid Office with any questions.
Exit counseling is available online through Federal Student Aid’s website. Students who prefer to complete exit counseling in person may contact the Director of Financial Aid Office at 828-395-1985.
To avoid having loans go into default, students may find Federal Student Aid’s Steps to Avoid Default helpful. Managing student loans and student debt can be challenging. Help is available through the Federal Student Aid’s Resolution to Federal Loan Debt webpage.
Isothermal Community College’s Financial Aid Office staff are available to provide information and guidance that may help students understand how to manage their debt and repay loans. Available online resources also include:
Financial Aid
Student Center
financialaid@isothermal.edu
Office: 828-395-4198
Fax: 828-286-8109
Department Directory
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - noon
Subject to change depending on availability.