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• ÿ��̽�� must complete their financial aid application each academic year that they are attending college, if they want to be considered for financial aid

• Each academic year begins with Fall semester and continues through the following Summer term, such as Fall 2025 to Summer 2026 for the 25/26 year

• Make sure to include our Federal School Code: 001124, if you wish to be considered for financial aid at our school

• Financial aid eligibility is determine by the information provided on your application

To be eligible to receive Federal Student Aid, you must meet the following:

• Demonstrate (not required for unsubsidized loans)

• Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen

• Have a valid Social Security Number (SSN)

• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent

• Be in a declared

  • To update your current major, you will need to meet with an Academic Counselor

• Maintain

• Not owe a refund or repayment on a federal grant

• Not be in default on a federal student loan

• Complete all documents requested by the Financial Aid Office.

To be eligible to receive State Student Aid, you must meet the following:

• Be an undocumented immigrant

• Have a valid or expired DACA

• Reside in California with a U-Visa

• Reside in California with a Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

• Meet the non-resident exemption requirements under

• Demonstrate a financial need

• Maintain

• Complete all documents requested by the Financial Aid Office.

Cost of Attendance (COA) - Student Aid Index (SAI) - Other Financial Assistance (OFA) = Financial Need

ÿ��̽�� School Code: 001124

What is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid?

The allows U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other Eligible Non-Citizens who meet certain requirements to apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and student loans.

Application Process:

• Gather all the necessary documents ()

• Create an (This will serve as your electronic signature)

  • Dependent students will need to have a parent create an FSA ID as well ()

• Make sure that you do not leave any questions unanswered

• Make sure that your FAFSA has been signed by you and your parent if you are a dependent

• If you will have a child born before or during the award year (Fall through Summer sessions) who will be your legal dependent, the child should be counted as a member of the household

• Don’t include unborn children who will be born between July 1 and June 30 of the aid year

For Student with Undocumented Parent(s):

Parents without a Social Security number will now be able to create an FSA ID account, for signing purposes only.

You can also find frequently asked questions

If you need to correct information on your application, please click for more information.

Please keep in mind that the Financial Aid Office does not process applications, they are submitted to the Federal Processor to determine eligibility.

ÿ��̽�� School Code: 00112400

What is the California Dream Act?

The allows undocumented and nonresident documented students who meet certain provisions to apply for and receive private scholarships funded through public universities, state administered financial aid, university grants, community college fee waivers, and Cal Grants.

Who Can Apply for the California Dream Act?

Undocumented students who live in California and meet the eligibility requirements of

What aid does an AB 540 student qualify for?

• Exempt from paying non-resident enrollment fees

• Fee waivers like the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) or Cabrillo Promise Program (CPP)

• State financial aid like and

• Assistance from EOPS, CARE or CalWORKs

• Privately-funded

What steps do you need to complete?

1. Complete your you will need the

2. Create a account to monitor your Cal Grant Award

3. Complete and submit the through Etrieve, by using your student ID and Self Service password to log in. View the California Residency Requirement . If you have any questions about this form, please contact the Admissions and Records department

4. Submit any documents that are requested by Financial Aid Office through

What happens after you apply?

• After completing the CADAA, CSAC will send your application data to all of the colleges listed on your application. You may follow up with those colleges to determine next steps. Processing occurs continuously for new applicants throughout the academic year.

• The Financial Aid Office will download your application and determine if you are eligible for a CCPG, CPP, Cal Grant, or SSCG.

On-Campus Resource for Undocumented ÿ��̽��

The Office of Student Equity's Dream Resource Program supports students who are aspiring citizens, including those who qualify for AB540 or DACA status, as well as those who do not.

The FAFSA Submission Summary is a paper or electronic document from the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid that lists answers to the questions on the student’s FAFSA form and gives basic estimates about the student’s eligibility for federal student aid. It is not a financial aid offer.

Review your FAFSA Submission Summary carefully to make sure it’s correct. The college(s) or career school(s) you listed on your FAFSA form will use your information to determine your eligibility for federal—and possibly nonfederal—financial aid. A school may ask you to verify the accuracy of your FAFSA data, so you need to be sure the information is correct.

To view your online FAFSA Submission Summary:

1. using your account username and password

2. Navigate to your account Dashboard

3. Select your processed FAFSA submission

4. Select “View FAFSA Submission Summary.”