WELCOME

Vonda Garcia Financial Aid Director

January 7 2016

Education Pays

What is Financial Aid

Financial Aid consists of funds provided to students and families to help pay for postsecondary educational expenses

Types of Financial Aid

bull Scholarships bull Grants

bull Loans

bull Student Employment

Gift Aid

Self-Help Aid

Gift Aid vs Self-Help Aid

GIFT AID SELF-HELP AID

Money that does not have to Money students and parents

be paid back borrow to help pay college cost

Usually awarded on the basis of Repayment usually begins after

financial need education is finished

Only borrow what is needed

Look at loans as an investment

in the future

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Education Pays

What is Financial Aid

Financial Aid consists of funds provided to students and families to help pay for postsecondary educational expenses

Types of Financial Aid

bull Scholarships bull Grants

bull Loans

bull Student Employment

Gift Aid

Self-Help Aid

Gift Aid vs Self-Help Aid

GIFT AID SELF-HELP AID

Money that does not have to Money students and parents

be paid back borrow to help pay college cost

Usually awarded on the basis of Repayment usually begins after

financial need education is finished

Only borrow what is needed

Look at loans as an investment

in the future

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

What is Financial Aid

Financial Aid consists of funds provided to students and families to help pay for postsecondary educational expenses

Types of Financial Aid

bull Scholarships bull Grants

bull Loans

bull Student Employment

Gift Aid

Self-Help Aid

Gift Aid vs Self-Help Aid

GIFT AID SELF-HELP AID

Money that does not have to Money students and parents

be paid back borrow to help pay college cost

Usually awarded on the basis of Repayment usually begins after

financial need education is finished

Only borrow what is needed

Look at loans as an investment

in the future

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Types of Financial Aid

bull Scholarships bull Grants

bull Loans

bull Student Employment

Gift Aid

Self-Help Aid

Gift Aid vs Self-Help Aid

GIFT AID SELF-HELP AID

Money that does not have to Money students and parents

be paid back borrow to help pay college cost

Usually awarded on the basis of Repayment usually begins after

financial need education is finished

Only borrow what is needed

Look at loans as an investment

in the future

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Gift Aid vs Self-Help Aid

GIFT AID SELF-HELP AID

Money that does not have to Money students and parents

be paid back borrow to help pay college cost

Usually awarded on the basis of Repayment usually begins after

financial need education is finished

Only borrow what is needed

Look at loans as an investment

in the future

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Self-Help Aid Work-Study Employment

Allows student to earn money to help pay education costs

Student may opt whether or not to work

Flexible work schedules

Great way to make connectionsnetwork

Provides valuable skills and learning experiences

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Sources of Aid

Federal Government

State Government

Colleges and Universities

Private agencies companies foundations and employers

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

What is Cost of Attendance (COA)

Direct Costs

vs

Indirect Costs

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 College Tuition Costs

Community College

$46 per Unit

$1104yr (24 unit)

CSU

$5472

UC

$12240

Private

Independent

$40000+

Additional Costs of Attendance include

Other college fees $1000 (student fees parking etc)

Books $1700 (both semesters)

Room and Board $12000 ndash $15000

Personal Expenses $3000

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Comparing Estimated 2015-2016 Cost of Attendance

Includes Tuition amp Fees

Room amp Board

Books amp Supplies

Transportation

Personal Expenses

Community

College

CSU UC Private

Total

Cost

$17000 $27000 $31000 $59000

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

March 2nd

How Does a Student Apply for Financial Aid

Complete a FAFSA or DREAM Act Application

FAFSAGOV CALDREAMACTORG

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Which Application Does the Student Complete

US Citizens

Permanent Residents

Students without lawful immigration status who are AB 540 eligible apply

DREAMCSACCAGOV FAFSAGOV

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

It Takes 2 by March 2

1 FAFSA or DREAM APP

2 Cal Grant GPA Verification Form

Most high schools will automatically send

the Cal Grant GPA to the

California Student Aid Commission

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) for FAFSA

FSA ID is used to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as the FAFSA

Student

Parent(s)

Yours for Your Lifetime

FSAIDEDGOV

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

FAFSA Information amp Tips

File early but no later than March 2 2016 Use estimated 2015 income information if taxes are not complete at time of

FAFSA submission

Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool if possible

Student and at least one parent whose information is reported must complete and sign the FAFSA

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

Getting Ready

Student Driverrsquos License

Student Alien Registration Card if applicable

Student and Parent Social Security cards 2015 W-2 Forms and records of money earned and other taxable benefits 2015 federal income tax form (even if not yet completed) Records of untaxed income Current bank statements Business farm and other real estate records Records of stocks bonds and other investments

What is Financial Need

Cost of Attendance

- Expected Family Contribution

= Financial Need

What is Expected Family Contribution (EFC)

Amount family can reasonably contribute

Stays the same regardless of college attending

Two components

Parent Contribution

Student Contribution

Cal Grants

Must be a California resident a high school senior or recent high school grad and meet incomeasset ceilings

Cal Grant A

GPA 30

4 yr University

Cal Grant B

GPA 20

Com College

4 yr University

Cal Grant C

Low income

Vocational Schools

UCrsquos Commitment to California Residents

Califorinia resident

Family income of $80000 or less

Qualify for need based financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

If your existing aid from all sources does not cover your UC System wide tuitionfees ($12240 for 2015-16) the Blue and Gold Plan covers the balance up to your financial need

A partial scholarship to help pay UC or Cal State tuition if

bull California resident bull Total family income of between $150K and total

Household assets of $150K or less

bull Qualify for financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

bull Not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal systemwide tuition and fees

See more information at httpwwwcsaccagov

21

Middle Class Scholarship

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

What is Expected Family Contribution (EFC)

Amount family can reasonably contribute

Stays the same regardless of college attending

Two components

Parent Contribution

Student Contribution

Cal Grants

Must be a California resident a high school senior or recent high school grad and meet incomeasset ceilings

Cal Grant A

GPA 30

4 yr University

Cal Grant B

GPA 20

Com College

4 yr University

Cal Grant C

Low income

Vocational Schools

UCrsquos Commitment to California Residents

Califorinia resident

Family income of $80000 or less

Qualify for need based financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

If your existing aid from all sources does not cover your UC System wide tuitionfees ($12240 for 2015-16) the Blue and Gold Plan covers the balance up to your financial need

A partial scholarship to help pay UC or Cal State tuition if

bull California resident bull Total family income of between $150K and total

Household assets of $150K or less

bull Qualify for financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

bull Not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal systemwide tuition and fees

See more information at httpwwwcsaccagov

21

Middle Class Scholarship

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Cal Grants

Must be a California resident a high school senior or recent high school grad and meet incomeasset ceilings

Cal Grant A

GPA 30

4 yr University

Cal Grant B

GPA 20

Com College

4 yr University

Cal Grant C

Low income

Vocational Schools

UCrsquos Commitment to California Residents

Califorinia resident

Family income of $80000 or less

Qualify for need based financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

If your existing aid from all sources does not cover your UC System wide tuitionfees ($12240 for 2015-16) the Blue and Gold Plan covers the balance up to your financial need

A partial scholarship to help pay UC or Cal State tuition if

bull California resident bull Total family income of between $150K and total

Household assets of $150K or less

bull Qualify for financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

bull Not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal systemwide tuition and fees

See more information at httpwwwcsaccagov

21

Middle Class Scholarship

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

UCrsquos Commitment to California Residents

Califorinia resident

Family income of $80000 or less

Qualify for need based financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

If your existing aid from all sources does not cover your UC System wide tuitionfees ($12240 for 2015-16) the Blue and Gold Plan covers the balance up to your financial need

A partial scholarship to help pay UC or Cal State tuition if

bull California resident bull Total family income of between $150K and total

Household assets of $150K or less

bull Qualify for financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

bull Not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal systemwide tuition and fees

See more information at httpwwwcsaccagov

21

Middle Class Scholarship

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

A partial scholarship to help pay UC or Cal State tuition if

bull California resident bull Total family income of between $150K and total

Household assets of $150K or less

bull Qualify for financial aid (apply on time apply for Cal Grant etc)

bull Not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal systemwide tuition and fees

See more information at httpwwwcsaccagov

21

Middle Class Scholarship

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Verification for Financial Aid

Keep in contact with Financial Aid Office at the college or university

Submit any requested documents on time

Financial Aid Administrators are available to help you If you are confused about the process DO NOT hesitate to contact the Financial Aid Office

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Scholarships

Available from colleges companies Community-based and other organizations

Usually require separate applications (the UC Admissions Application is your Scholarship Application)

Beware of scholarship search Companies that charge a fee

Check with your high school counselor about scholarship opportunities Be persistent and check regularly

Make use of free reliable online web resources

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Free Scholarship Searches

wwwfastwebcom

wwwcolleganswercom

bigfuturecollegeboardorg

wwwsdfoundationorg

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Scholarships for AB540 Students

httpwwwmaldeforgleadershipscholarshipsindexhtml

httpwwwlatinocollegedollarsorg

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

IndependentPrivate Colleges

CSS Financial Aid Profile

Institutional Financial Aid Form

Scholarship Applications

Additional College Applications

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Contact the Financial Aid Office and describe the

Special Circumstances in writing

Loss of income

High MedicalDental Expenses

Change in Marital Status

Special Circumstances

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Helpful Tips to Keep In Mind

Studentrsquos Name Birthdate SSN should be same for Admission and Financial Aid application Studentrsquos name and ID on all paperwork Keep copies of all paperwork Be aware and remember key Deadlines ndash

March 2nd and other school deadlines

Stay in touch with each of the college offices ndash Admissions Financial Aid Housing etc

Reapply for Financial Aid each school year

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

Selective Service

Males over 18 years old must register at wwwsssgov Males under 18 may register on the FAFSA or Dream Application

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