Financial Aid
McCann participates in Federal Pell Grants and Massachusetts and Vermont state grant programs.
To be eligible for financial aid, you must meet certain requirements. You must:
- Be a U. S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
- Be registered with the Selective Service (if required)
- Attend a college that participates in the programs
- Be working toward a degree or certificate
- Be making satisfactory academic progress
- Be in attendance
- Not owe a refund on a Federal grant
- Not be in default on a Federal educational loan
- Have “financial need” as determined in part by this form (FAFSA form)
Anyone applying for any type of Financial Aid must have a Needs Analysis completed. Fill out this form carefully online at https://fafsa.ed.gov/ or call 800-433-3243 or 800-394-7084 for a paper copy to complete and mail. Any errors in the information submitted will necessitate reprocessing.
- Costs for the Current Academic Year
- Net Price Calculator - All Other Programs
- Net Price Calculator - Practical Nursing
- Records You Will Need
- Refund Policy
- Satisfactory Academic Progress
- Types of Aid
Costs for the Current Academic Year
Cosmetology
Chart for In-District Students
For students who reside in Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Florida, Lanesborough, Monroe, North Adams, Savoy and Williamstown.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,500 |
| Fees | $190 |
| Books | $335 |
| Uniforms | $451 |
| Equipment/Testing | $1,128 |
| Total | $3,604 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Cosmetology requires licensure. Cosmetology State Board Exam is $150.00 (estimate). Cosmetology licensing fee is $68.00. You are responsible for registering for the state exam.
Chart for Out of District Students
For students who reside in cities or towns that are not in-district.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,000 |
| Fees | $190 |
| Books | $335 |
| Uniforms | $451 |
| Equipment/Testing | $1,128 |
| Total | $5,104 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Cosmetology requires licensure. Cosmetology State Board Exam is $150.00 (estimate). Cosmetology licensing fee is $68.00. You are responsible for registering for the state exam.
Dental Assisting
Chart for In-District Students
For students who reside in Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Florida, Lanesborough, Monroe, North Adams, Savoy and Williamstown.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $1,500 |
| Fees | $290 |
| Books | $464 |
| Uniforms | $533 |
| Equipment/Testing | $810 |
| Total | $3,597 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Dental Assisting requires licensure. Board of Registration in Dentistry Massachusetts Licensure is $60.00. You are responsible for registering for licensure with the state.
Chart for Out of District Students
For students who reside in cities or towns that are not in-district.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,000 |
| Fees | $290 |
| Books | $464 |
| Uniforms | $533 |
| Equipment/Testing | $810 |
| Total | $5,097 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Dental Assisting requires licensure. Board of Registration in Dentistry Massachusetts Licensure is $60.00. You are responsible for registering for licensure with the state.
Medical Assisting
Practical Nursing
Chart for In-District Students
For students who reside in Adams, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Florida, Lanesborough, Monroe, North Adams, Savoy and Williamstown.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,500 |
| Fees | $581 |
| Books | $796 |
| Uniforms | $333 |
| Equipment/Testing | $383 |
| Total | $5,593 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Practical Nursing requires licensure. License application and testing fee is $440. Approximate cost for passport photo is $20 (for license application). You are responsible for registering for the licensing exam.
Chart for Out of District Students
For students who reside in cities or towns that are not in-district.
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,000 |
| Fees | $581 |
| Books | $796 |
| Uniforms | $333 |
| Equipment/Testing | $383 |
| Total | $9,093 |
Additional expenses (after graduation):
Practical Nursing requires licensure. License application and testing fee is $440. Approximate cost for passport photo is $20 (for license application). You are responsible for registering for the licensing exam.
Surgical Technology
Net Price Calculator - All Other Programs
Net Price Calculator - Practical Nursing
Records You Will Need
Keep these records! You will need them again.
- Your Social Security Number and your parents' Social Security Numbers if you are providing parental information.
- Your driver's license number if you have one.
- Your Alien Registration Number if you are not a U.S. citizen.
- 2020 federal tax information or tax returns (including IRS W-2 information) for your self (and your spouse if you are married) and for your parents if you are providing parental information.
- Information on savings, investments, and business and farm assets for yourself and your parents if you are providing parental information.
The following are some of the questions that need particular answers on the FAFSA form. The questions are numbered as they appear on the paper application. The same questions will also be on the FAFSA on the Web Worksheet.
- Question 23: Have you been convicted for possession or sale of illegal drugs for an offense that occurred while you were receiving federal student aid (such as grants, loans or work-study)? You must not leave this question blank
- Question 30: When you begin the 2022-2023 school year, what degree or certificate will you be working on? Certificate or diploma (occupational, technical or education program of less than two years)
- Question 103a: 1st Federal School Code: 015637
- Question 103b: Housing Plans: 2 (with parents) or 3 (off campus)
- Question 104: Date this form was completed: Date you completed the form
- Question 105: Student (Sign below): Be sure to sign the form. Parent must also sign if you are a dependent.
KEEP COPIES OF ANY OF THE ABOVE FINANCIAL INFORMATION that you use to fill out the FAFSA. You will have to present them as documentation later on to the Financial Aid Director. Please read and follow the instructions carefully. If you have any problems, you may call us at (413) 663-5383 ext. 181 for assistance.
Refund Policy
McCann postsecondary programs adhere to the following refund policy:
- Full tuition refunds are granted for any program cancelled by McCann.
- A full tuition refund is given before the first day of class, 75% tuition refund is given for class days 1-6, 50% for class days 7-10, and no tuition refund after 10 class days.
- Refunds are processed after the end of the refund period. Refund checks are mailed to the student's home address on file in the superintendent's office within 15 days of refund approval.
- No refunds for books, fees, or kits.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Students applying for or participating in federal or state financial aid programs of any type must make satisfactory academic progress toward a certificate to maintain eligibility for financial aid consideration.
To achieve satisfactory academic progress, students must meet the following criteria:
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A student muss be enrolled full-time.
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A student must be in compliance with the school attendance policy.
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A student must earn a passing grade, as outlined in the school handbook, at the end of first semester in all subject areas in order to enter second semester.
Types of Aid
Pell Grant
Students need to apply for this grant. Free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) 2022-2023 is available at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Our school code is 015637. McCann will need copies of the 2020 Federal Tax Return, including all schedules and W-2 forms for the student and parent (if applicable). Verification on any other types of income including statement of TANF benefits for calendar year 2020-2021, statement of social security benefits, etc.
State Grant
By applying for a Pell Grant information is automatically sent to the state of residence. State grants have deadlines. Massachusetts deadline is May 1st.
Other Grants
Any scholarships awarded to students are accepted by McCann.
Sponsors
McCann postsecondary programs are recognized by Massachusetts as training programs. Individuals who qualify can extend their unemployment benefits while taking a program.
MassHire Berkshire Career Center, a Massachusetts one-stop career center, also sponsors individuals who qualify by providing some financial assistance.