The event was 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. GRCC staff
and faculty help navigate through admissions and financial aid
processes and discuss eligibility for cost-saving programs such
as Futures for Frontliners and the Grand Rapids
Promise Zone.
“There are many people who delayed their education because of
uncertainty caused by the pandemic, and the upcoming winter 2021
semester is a great opportunity to get back on track,” said
Tina Hoxie, associate provost and dean of Student Affairs.
“Opportunities such as Futures for Frontliners and the Grand
Rapids Promise Zone scholarships can remove cost as an obstacle,
and GRCC offers classes in a variety of formats and schedules. A
virtual open house is a great way to find out what might work
best for you.”
This is GRCC’s first large-scale virtual open house, conducted
online because of the coronavirus crisis.
Virtual open house topics
included:
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How to explore GRCC’s 10 Academic Pathways and more than 150
degrees.
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Options to pay for college.
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How to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid,
also known as FAFSA.
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The steps to apply to GRCC.
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The benefits of earning an associate degree at GRCC and
seamlessly transferring to a four-year college or university.
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What academic programs and student services are offered in
Holland at the GRCC Lakeshore Campus.
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About eligibility for the Grand Rapids Promise Zone Scholarship
and Futures for Frontliners.
Attendees were entered to win a $500 GRCC scholarship.
Registration was required
at grcc.edu/openhouse.
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