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FAFSA

Federal Aid - FAFSA

Federal Aid - FAFSA

FAFSA is the starting point for State and Federal Aid administered as grants (Cal Grant and Pell Grant) and loans.

 

Are you a Senior?
Are you planning on attending a community college, 4-year college/university, or trade school next year?
Do you want to receive two years of FREE TUITION at our local CA community college?
You MUST apply for FAFSA or CADAA
 
If the student has a social security number follow the below steps:
Step 1: Student creates an FSA ID
Step 2: One parent creates an FSA ID
Step 3: Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

OR

If the student does not have a social security number follow the below steps:
Step 1: Complete the CADAA (CA Dream Act Application)
 

What will the FAFSA  or CADAA do for me?
  • Students who apply by March 2nd may receive TWO YEARS OF FREE TUITION at our local California Community College (as long as you are enrolled full-time in the Fall).
  • Applying for FAFSA or CADAA qualifies you to receive thousands of dollars which can be applied to tuition, books, housing, and more! 
  • FAFSA & CADAA awards are FREE money that does not need to be paid back. 
  • Many colleges and trade schools require students to apply for FAFSA or CADAA in order to qualify for additional aid and scholarship opportunities through their institutions.
*Students starting college in the Fall of 2025 will use their parent's 2023 income tax return information