With college comes new friends, new experiences and new responsibilities. It also comes with several new expenses that can affect a student’s quality of life and lead to long term debt and confusing credit issues. Whether you are a returning student, or if this is your first year, now is the right time to familiarize yourself with all of the financial resources that are available to you. Even if you don’t need them right now, it’s never too soon to prepare.
Scholarships and grant money are available for a variety of things and from a wide variety of sources. Far too many are available to try to list them here. In fact, according to the NECC website, 216 NECC students received over $200,000 for the 2014/2015 academic year alone.
Financial aid can help students with much more than the cost of classes and is available from a variety of sources. Financial aid can also be used to pay for books, transportation and even participation in special programs such as the study abroad program. Since some programs are on a first-come, first-served basis, it is advisable that you apply as early as possible.
Your student ID itself can also be a huge source of benefits and savings. Follow the link on your blackboard account to download microsoft office for free instead of paying for expensive software. Print homework from the computer lab, eat free lunch on campus several times each semester, rent blockbuster movies from the Bentley Library and get discounts around town on everything from florists to restaurants to dental care. Get to know the full list of benefits and discounts to save money on everyday items. Every little bit really does add up.
More information about scholarships and grants can be obtained through any of the following resources:
Alumni Association
Lindsey Mayo, Director of Alumni Relations
978-556-3621
lmayo@necc.mass.edu
Enrollment Services/Financial Aid
Alexis Fishbone, Director
978-556-3615
afishbone@necc.mass.edu
Office of Institutional Advancement
Lindsay Graham, Assistant Director
Scholarship Management & Donor Stewardship
978-556-3629
scholarships@necc.mass.edu
Pathways to Academic & Career Excellence (PACE)
Kristen Arnold, PACE Program Transfer Advisor (TRiO-SSS)
978-556-3418
from: http://www.necc.mass.edu/getting-started/financial-aid/types/scholarships/
For more information about your financial aid options:
For general financial aid questions, please email aid@necc.mass.edu or visit the One Stop Student Services Center in Haverhill or Lawrence. Our front desk team will be happy to answer your questions
Financial Aid Office Hours
| Day | Haverhill | Lawrence |
| Monday | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm | 9:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm | Noon to 4:30 pm |
from: https://www.necc.mass.edu/getting-started/financial-aid/contact/
See the full list of student discounts here:
| Business | Address | Discount |
| A-1 Deli Inc. | 92 Merrimack StHaverhill, MA978-372-7951 | 10% |
| Angelo the Florist | 197 Winter StHaverhill, MA978-372-0270 | 10% Cash and Carry |
| Buchika’s | 340 BroadwaySalem, NH603-893-5534 | 10% off accessories |
| Capitol Lighting | Get 15% off lighting for your dorm or office fromCapitol Lighting – 1800lighting.com | COUPON CODE at Checkout: CAP15-NECC |
| Cedardale Heath & Fitness | 931 Boston RdBradford, MA978-373-1596 | No Registration Fee (Plus) |
| The Comic Book Palace | 620 Primrose StHaverhill, MA978-372-1477 | 10% off comic books |
| A+ Computer Solutions | 334 Common StreetLawrence, MAPhone : (978)566-9747 | 10 – 15% on computer repair and tablets and smart phones. Discounts to NECC students with an ID |
| Cut Above | 127 S Main StBradford, MA978-374-9742 | 10% off retail products |
| EnterpriseRent-A-Car | 31 River StHaverhill, MA978-374-1020 | 10% off on Corporate Account |
| Family Affair Salon | 292 Main StGroveland, MA978-372-9011 | 20% off wash/cut/style |
| Holland’s Flower Shop | 577 S Main StBradford, MA978-373-1700 | 10% off Cash and Carry |
| Paper Potpourri | 95 BroadwayHaverhill, MA978-372-3861 | 10% |
| Shear Magic | 620 Primrose StHaverhill, MA978-521-8900 | 10% off retail products |
| Smile Braces | 76 Merrimack StHaverhill, MA978-521-1999 | 10% off orthodontic treatmentMonthly payment available |
| Texas Road House | 424 BroadwayMethuen, MA978-975-5588 | 10% |
| Yokohama Restaurant | 313 S BroadwayLawrence, MA978-689-4047 | 10% discount with NECC student ID (only on food, does not include drinks). |
from: https://www.necc.mass.edu/student-life/activities/center/services/
