Important Dates
Here is a list of financial aid programs and the dates when you should apply for them.
- You can also visit our Funding Dates page for the dates when financial aid will be distributed in the current academic year.
- Check the Academic Calendar for a list of college holidays and academic deadlines
California College Promise (BOG Fee Waiver)
- FAFSA and CADAA are available starting Dec. 1
- Apply no later than June 15
Cal Grant
- FAFSA and CADAA are available starting Dec. 1
- The deadline for the 2025-26 school year is March 3, 2025
Chafee Grant
- FAFSA and CADAA are available starting Dec. 1
- Apply no later than March 2
Federal Direct Loan
- FAFSA available starting Dec. 1
- Accept student loans by June 7
- Complete loan requirements by June 14
Pell Grants
- FAFSA available starting Dec. 1
- Apply no later than June 30
Scholarships
- Use AcademicWorks to apply online
- Apply no later than Feb. 2
SEOG
- FAFSA available starting Dec. 1
- Apply no later than June 28
Work-Study
- FAFSA available starting Dec. 1
- Apply no later than June 28
