Completely self-supporting students should also complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by March 15 if they plan to attend in the fall semester. Students planning to attend Allegany College for the spring semester should apply for financial aid by November 15. A letter explaining the award and information about the aid offered is sent to each applicant. A student must reapply for financial aid each academic year. This short-term, interest free loan program is sponsored by the Allegany College Student American Dental Hygienists' Association and is limited to those students in the Dental Hygiene Curriculum desiring a loan for tuition, fees, books, or supplies.
Loans are to be repaid within ninety days unless extenuating circumstances exist.
The federal government in cooperation with local banking interests and Allegany College, provides loans to students carrying at least 6 hours of credit courses. The federal government will pay the interest while the student remains in college and can show a financial need. Repayment of the loan begins six months after the student's education has been completed. Scholarships Scholarship catalogs are available in the fall of each year for the following academic year. Information regarding scholarship deadlines and application procedures are included in the scholarship catalog.