Financial Aid
For High School SENIOR Students
“Types of Federal Student Aid” Video
Check out this video to learn about grants, loans, and work-study jobs and how they can help fund your education.
The U.S. Department of Education awards more than $120 billion a year in grants, work-study funds, and loans to more than 13 million students.
Federal student aid covers such expenses as tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. Aid also can help pay for other related expenses, such as a computer and dependent care. Thousands of schools across the country participate in the federal student aid programs; ask the schools you’re interested in whether they do!
wHAT IS FINANCIAL AID?
Financial aid is money to help pay for college or career school. Aid can come from
- the U.S. federal government,
- the state where you live,
- the college you attend, or
- a nonprofit or private organization.
Besides financial aid, you also should think about what you can do to lower your costs when you go to college.
Federal student aid includes:
- Grants—financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund)
- Loans— borrowed money for college or career school; you must repay your loans, with interest
- Work-Study—a work program through which you earn money to help you pay for school
For more information: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types
STEPS FOR APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID:
- IDENTIFY WHICH APPLICATION YOU WILL BE APPLYING TO"
- FAFSA (US. Citizens or US residents, must have a Social Security) DACA social security's are not valid
- CA Dream Act (undocumented students, students who do not have a social security number or a DACA work permit)
- CREATE A FSA ID
STEPS FOR APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID:
IDENTIFY WHICH APPLICATION YOU WILL BE APPLYING TO:
- FAFSA (US. Citizens or US residents, must have a Social Security) DACA social security's are not valid
- CA Dream Act (undocumented students, students who do not have a social security number or a DACA work permit)
- CREATE A FSA ID
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
To apply for federal student aid, such as federal grants, work-study, and loans, you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Completing and submitting the FAFSA form is free and easier than ever, and it gives you access to the largest source of financial aid to pay for college or career school.
In addition, many states and colleges use your FAFSA information to determine your eligibility for state and school aid, and some private financial aid providers may use your FAFSA information to determine whether you qualify for their aid.
FAFSA: Don't let your families lose out on free money for college. Share this quick video with them for tips on filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®).
When do I fill out the FAFSA form?
The 2018–19 FAFSA form became available on Oct. 1, 2017, while the 2019–20 FAFSA form will be available on Oct. 1, 2018.
For more information:
The California Dream Act 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?
Students who live in California and meet the eligibility requirements of Assembly Bill (AB) 540 or AB 2000, as well as students who have a U Visa or TPS status, can use the California Dream Act application (CADAA).
AB 540 and AB 2000 California Nonresident Tuition Exemption FORM:
https://www.csac.ca.gov/sites/main/files/file-attachments/ab_540_affidavit.pdf
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DOES A TYPICAL GOLDEN DOOR SCHOLAR HAVE?
- DACA recipient
- High GPA
- Taking advanced or challenging high school classes
- Driven to excel and help others succeed
- Has held leadership positions or is involved in the community
- Actively applying for a variety of scholarships
GRANTS & sCHOLARSHIPS
Grants and scholarships are often called “gift aid” because they are free money—financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid. Grants are often need-based, while scholarships are usually merit-based.
Grants and scholarships can come from the federal government, your state government, your college or career school, or a private or nonprofit organization. Do your research, apply for any grants or scholarships you might be eligible for, and be sure to meet application deadlines!
LOANS
If you apply for financial aid, you may be offered loans as part of your school’s financial aid offer. A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest.
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