The 2026-27 FAFSA® form to apply for financial aid is now available.
The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid is for anyone enrolling in college courses from Fall 2026 through Summer 2027. Some funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so students are encouraged to apply early.
KCC’s Office of Financial Aid is available to help students understand how to pay for college with various types of aid.
All students and parents are welcome to attend an upcoming financial aid workshop. Information and assistance with the Alternative Application for Financial Aid for non-U.S. citizens will also be available.
Information on times, dates and locations for the upcoming workshops is at www.kcc.edu/finaidworkshops.
Assistance is also available at KCC's Office of Financial Aid Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., by phone atl 815-802-8550, or email finaid@kcc.edu.
Prospective students are invited to Explore KCC Days at Kankakee Community College on Monday, Oct. 13; Saturday, Oct. 25; and Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Two sessions begin at noon and coincide with Columbus Day and Veterans Day. On Saturday, Oct. 25, the session begins at 9:30 a.m.
At each event, participants will learn about KCC’s academic programs, whether they are still exploring options or already have a career path in mind. The events include tours of various academic spaces, along with information about support services, financial aid, and the enrollment process.
To learn more and register, go to visit.kcc.edu. KCC’s campus is at 100 College Drive, Kankakee.
KCC serves more than 3,500 students each year with award-winning, accredited programs that lead to associate degrees, certificates, and transfer opportunities to four-year universities. With guidance from local business and industry, KCC’s career programs prepare students for today’s workforce. The college also offers continuing education, certification training, job fairs, literacy, English as a Second Language, and GED preparation. With over 56 areas of study, KCC is the region’s trusted choice for affordable education and career advancement.
KCC’s Hammes Bookstore has created a survey for students and the community.
Please provide input on what you’d like to see and buy in the Bookstore. Items, sizes, colors, and more – please share.
Though the staff can’t guarantee every suggestion gets to the shelves, they do want to explore ideas before the spring buying season.
To participate, visit https://bit.ly/KCCBookstoreSurvey2025 on or before Oct. 31.
Thank you.
Kankakee Community College Athletics is planning a fall golf outing for former athletes and community members.
The KCC Athletics Golf Outing will be Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Kankakee Elks Country Club, 2283 Bittersweet Drive in St. Anne.
Lunch will be at 11 a.m. and a shotgun start for 18 holes of golf begins at noon. The day also includes on-course beverages, prizes and games on the course.
The fee is $100 per golfer. Sponsorships are also available. All proceeds support KCC Cavaliers athletics.
KCC has seven intercollegiate sports – baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s soccer, softball and volleyball.
For more information, to register as a golfer, or to find out about sponsorship opportunities, go to https://bit.ly/kccgolf2025 or phone the KCC Athletics Office at 815-802-8600.
