Financial Assistance Office
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Announcement The FAFSA for the 2026-2027 School Year opened October 1, 2025 |
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-2027 school year opened up on October 1, 2025. Funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't delay! For assistance in completing your FAFSA, contact the Financial Assistance Office or schedule an appointment Click here to schedule an appointment. To fill out the FAFSA visit www.fafsa.gov. |
Mission Statement and Goals
The SVCC Office of Financial Assistance enhances learning by educating and assisting our students and community with their academically related expenses thereby helping them achieve their educational goals.
- Identify and remediate financial barriers to student access to higher education.
- Partner with the community to improve college readiness by providing financial literacy information about potential governmental, institutional, and private funding sources.
- Promote effective student money and debt management.
- Expand and enhance opportunities for student employment.
SVCC School Code: 001752
Whats Available
Student Resources
- SVCC LibGuides
The SVCC LibGuides are more than just research tools, they’re your one-stop resource hub for success, both in and out of the classroom. From academic help like writing, research, and citations to essential support services like food assistance, housing resources, and mental health, these guides connect you with what you need, when you need it.
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Regular HoursMonday * Tuesday - Thursday * Friday * |
Summer HoursMonday * Tuesday - Thursday * Friday |
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* Monday - Friday: Available for In-Person, Google Video Conference and Telephone |
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Contact Information |
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| Kissee, Cassandra | Financial Assistance Advisor - Loans and MAP | 815-835-6321 or ext. 321 |
1E29 | cassandra.kissee@svcc.edu |
| Harper, Lizzie J. | Director of Financial Assistance | 815-835-6405 or ext. 405 |
1E35 | lizzie.harper@svcc.edu |
| Valdez, Eric P. | Financial Assistance Advisor and Coordinator of Veteran's Services | 815-835-6315 or ext. 315 |
1E27 | eric.p.valdez@svcc.edu |
| Whittenberg, Kari J. | Financial Assistance Advisor - Scholarships and Work-study | 815-835-6420 or ext. 420 |
1E33 | k.j.whittenberg@svcc.edu |
| Thompson, Tanner | Financial Assistance Specialist | 815-835-6421 or ext. 421 |
1E31 | tanner.thompson@svcc.edu |
