It is interesting to note that, every year, around 91% of students at CSCGCC receive some kind of financial aid, while the total amount of assistance/loans provided is $141,901. The total percentage of candidates applying to CUNY Stella and Charles Guttman Community College who receive the Federal Grant is 76%. In comparison, 86% of the students get the Student Grant, and 76% of the applicants receive the Pell Grant. As far as the Pell Grant beneficiaries are concerned, the average aid received stands at $4,813. Among other things, the annual family income of the applicant plays a major role in determining the total financial aid they are actually eligible to receive. Apart from financial grants and scholarships, candidates can also avail of monetary benefits like student loans to fund their education. In contrast to grants and scholarships, student loans are taken by the candidates at a certain rate of interest. Moreover, the funds received through these loans will have to be repaid within a given timeframe. Every year, around 4% of the applicants to CUNY Stella and Charles Guttman Community College opt for student loans.