Frequently Asked Questions

In order to determine if you qualify for financial aid, which includes both grants and loans, you must complete a FAFSA.  This is a Free Application for Federal Student Aid.  The results of the FAFSA will tell us if you qualify for a Federal Pell Grant and/or Direct Loans.

Once a year.  The award year starts July 1 and goes through June 30.

No.  There are other documents that you will need to complete to process your financial aid.  They include:  the Master Application Form, Master Promissory Note (also known as the Student Loan Application), Entrance Counseling, and some applicants are selected for Verification.  In this instance, students will need to complete a Verification Form.

No, financial aid does not actually transfer from one school to another.  Financial aid eligibility is determined and based on the program you are enrolled in.  When you leave one school, your financial aid is terminated.  When you enroll in a new program, that new school will determine your eligibility for that program at your new school. You have to apply for financial aid through the College of Court Reporting.  You can add our school code to your existing FAFSA.  Our school code is 026158.

CCR does not require students to borrow student loans, but will provide information regarding estimated eligibility if the student chooses to utilize the loans to assist with paying for their cost of education.  It is up to the student to determine if they want to use students loans.

A first year dependent student can borrow up to $5500; and second year dependent student can borrow up to $6500; and a third year student can borrow up to $7500.  The aggregate loan limit for a dependent student is $31,000.

A first-year independent student can borrow up to $9500 for the first two semesters; a second-year independent student may borrow up to $10,500; and a third year independent student can borrow up to $12,500.  The aggregate limit for independent undergraduate students is $57,500.

A Federal Pell Grant is money the government gives you that you do not have to pay back.  The maximum Pell Grant eligibility for one year can be found on the U.S. Department of Education’s Website using the following link:  https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell.   There will be a life time limit of 600 percent for Pell Grant recipients.

Yes.  We will discuss that on an individual basis with each student.  CCR strongly encourages students to borrow wisely and only what they need for educational expenses.

We do not offer scholarships, state grants, or private loans.  But, we do notify students of scholarship opportunities as we become aware of them in our monthly newsletter and our Community of Interest site.

All funds, including grants and loans, are sent to the school.  We post your financial aid to your account.  At any time there is a credit balance on your account, we will electronically send the money to the bank account that you list on your financial aid paperwork.  Most funds are disbursed the third week of each semester.  This may vary based on specific financial aid processing.

Six credit hours, which is considered a part-time status. To download an In-School Deferment form, click the following link: In-school Deferment Form.

Tuition is $395 per credit hour.  A monthly payment plan may be arranged whenever necessary. There is no service charge if tuition is paid monthly. A late charge may be assessed when payment is made past the due date. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover may be used for all payments. Financial Aid is also available to those who qualify.

We participate in the Federal Pell Grant and student loan programs. Our school code is 026158. Our financial aid officer would be happy to assist you in what you are eligible for in terms of aid. Our team can be reached at 866-294-3974 or email info@ccr.edu.

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When answering this question it is important to understand a few terms as we discuss program length.  As an accredited college, we are required to state what the normal time frame and the maximum time frame is for each program.  The stated time frame or program length is different for each accredited program we offer. 

• The definition of the normal time frame is the period of time we are required to offer the entire program’s curriculum.  If the normal time frame is 28 months, we are required to offer each course in the curriculum for the program within 28 months.  A student has an opportunity to complete the program in 28 months, if they progress at a regular rate, and are enrolled full time (12 credits) each semester.
• The definition of the maximum time frame is the period of time a student is allowed to be enrolled in a program and earn the academic credential for that program.  If the maximum time frame is 44 months, the student must complete all required course work within 44 months. 
• Can a student attend beyond 44 months of enrollment?  Yes, but they cannot receive the program’s academic credential.

Now, stating that our normal and maximum time frames are 28/44 months for our associate degree court reporting program does not mean that a student will complete the program in 28 or 44 months.  It is important to uderstand that court reporting programs consist of academic course work and skill development course work.  The skill development component is where program completion times vary from student to student.  Every student learns, develops, and progresses with their skill at different rates.  Please speak with our administrative staff regarding the average completion time for our students who complete their respective programs.

It is important for students to have all required equipment, software, and books prior to their first day of class.
Steno Machine:   The following are recommended steno machines that may be purchased or rented:

• Luminex CSE
• Elan Cybra
• Stentura Protege
• Infinity Traditional
• Wave

If you have another model you would like to use, just ask the admissions department for our advice.  Steno machines may be purchased at discounted prices at: www.stenoworks.com, www.acculaw.com, https://www.stenograph.com/student-writer-packages or www.geminiwriter.com. 

Transcription Software:  Students must also purchase the student version of CaseCATalyst, a computer-aided transcription (CAT) software program. This software provides the technology that translates the language of your steno theory into English.  The software will require a Computer Operating System: PC-based system running Windows 8, 10, or higher. (Apple/Mac computers running Windows are not acceptable.)  

Stenograph Corporation: CaseCATalyst:
For current pricing and purchase options you can click the following link or call Stenograph’s toll-free number for more information: 800-323-4247.  Link:  https://www.stenograph.com/student-writer-packages

It is important for students to have all required equipment, software, and books prior to their first day of class.

Click on the following link to access a PDF that details the equipment, software, and books that are required for the Voice Method.  Link:  http://www.ccr.edu/Docs/Equipment-Voice.pdf

CCR’s transfer policy is in accordance with accreditation policy for transfer credit.  Transfer consideration will be given consideration based on an evaluation of official transcripts, grades and credits earned, and relevance of courses to CCR courses.  Please note that time to complete the program is not dependent on how many credits are transferred or on full- or part-time status. It is dependent on how quickly one develops the skill and accuracy and completion of all course and graduation requirements.