To apply for financial aid (Cal Grants, Pell Grants, loans, etc.):
- Fill out and mail GPA Verification form by the deadline.
- Fill out FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
NOTE: DO NOT SEND APPLICATION PRIOR TO JANUARY 1.
(Highly encourage applying online at www.fafsa.ed.gov) DO NOT CLICK ON www.fafsa.com!!!! This website charges a fee.
- To fill out a FAFSA, a student and one parent needs a PIN
(electronic signature). It is HIGHLY recommended to obtain a PIN (electronic signature) NOW prior to applying at www.pin.ed.gov
FAFSA Online benefits:
- Quicker response time (within two weeks). Paper application takes approximately 6 weeks or more to respond.
- It does not allow student to make errors and/or send incomplete
applications. One risks rejection if paper application is not filled out correctly or completely.
Scholarship Websites
