Complete the “Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)” to determine the amount of federal funding you might be eligible to receive for the 2008-2009
school year.
Even if you think you won’t qualify for federal aid, it’s worth a try. You won’t receive aid
if you don’t apply! Addtionally, some private scholarships require proof
of a completed FAFSA as part of the application process to verify that
you did not receive adequate federal aid and are eligible for
private funds. Further, the Cal Grant programs (State of California
Financial Aid) also require that students complete the FAFSA.
Remember, it’s free to apply. Visit www.fafsa.ed.gov for more
information and assistance in completing the FAFSA. Students who need
help in completing the FAFSA may visit the Financial Aid Information
Center in Cloud Hall, Room #331, on the Ocean Campus.
As of January 200,8 the Federal Government has discontinued the FAFSA
paper application, therefore, all students must complete the FAFSA
on-line. It’s also important to remember that the deadline for the Cal
Grant programs is March 2, 2008.
After the rush of the beginning of the semester is over the Financial
Aid Office will be conducting additional financial aid workshops across
the College’s campuses. We will send an update with the schedule of
workshops shortly.
