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Financial Aid Step by Step Guide

​​​For a quick guide to the financial aid process, click on the links below.

Before You Appl​y for Financial Aid:

  1. Apply for admission to Dallas College.
    Tip: Report your name and Social Security number exactly as they appear on your Social Security card when you fill out your admissions application.
  2. Be sure you understand the whole admissions and registration process.
  3. Apply for an eConnect account.
  4. Know the important financial aid dates and deadlines.

Four Steps to Financial Aid

Step 1:

File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Step 2:

Complete your financial aid file

Step 3:

Review award information

Step 4:

Register for classes
Updated September 8, 2025