Financial Aid
Financial Aid Support
If you have questions about the financial aid process or your student account, contact the Help Hub or the Financial Aid Office by email or in person for assistance.
Expert Help with Your FAFSA Application
From July 1 through September 30, you can receive help completing the 2024-2025 FAFSA application via Zoom with our Financial Aid staff. These virtual sessions will be held during the evenings. If you do not already have an FSA ID, please create one at www.studentaid.gov.
FAFSA Zoom Sessions Schedule*
- Monday, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Thursday, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
*FAFSA Zoom Sessions will not be offered on Monday, September 2
To attend a FAFSA Zoom session:
- Join the Zoom Link, or use Meeting ID: 891 8209 6085.
Virtual Office Hours
The Financial Aid Office also holds regular Virtual Office Hours by Zoom. During these sessions, you can receive one-on-one assistance from Financial Aid staff. Assistance is on a first-come, first-served basis. To attend a Virtual Office Hour session, join one of the following Zoom links according to the dates and times provided. After entering the Zoom, you will go into a waiting room and be brought in one at a time.
Virtual Office Hours Schedule
Tuesday, September 3, 10, 17, 24
- 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/81473810178
- 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/89642216470
Thursday, September 5, 12, 19, 26
- 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/89990308032
- 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: https://vccs.zoom.us/j/81875936558
Attend FASFA Night
The Financial Aid Office staff will help students complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA and answer financial aid questions during this event.
Event Date
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Event Locations
Midlothian Campus: The Help Hub, T115, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Chester Campus: The Help Hub, M101, from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Register here: https://forms.gle/FBoZ2DwPkE73Dqh68
You will receive a confirmation after your registration is complete. Contact Tosha Robinson for more information.
Making Budgeting a Breeze
Learning how to set and stick to a budget sounds easy, but most people still struggle. This workshop conducted by a Virginia Credit Union (VACU) representative will provide an objective process to help attendees successfully create and follow budgets. VACU representatives will also be available to set up checking accounts for those interested. To set up a checking account, you must bring a government-issued ID and your social security number.
Event Dates & Locations
Chester Campus
Wednesday, September 25, in Moyar Hall, M221, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Midlothian Campus
Thursday, September 26, in Hamel Hall, H1047, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Register here: https://forms.gle/7SRcXSo5ngVZzFTJ9
Contact Tosha Robinson for more information.
Getting Started with Financial Aid
Brightpoint offers many financial aid options to help you pay for your college education.
Financial Aid can be used to cover expenses like tuition, fees, and books and supplies. Financial Aid is awarded in different forms:
Active-duty military, veterans and their dependents can also utilize Military & Veterans Educational Benefits to pay for their classes.
To get started, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. Some funds are first-come, first-served, so it’s best to complete your FAFSA when it becomes available on October 1.