December

Learn about the Financial Aid application process.
Go online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or get a paper FAFSA
application to become familiar with the application process.
DO NOT SUBMIT THE FAFSA UNTIL JANUARY 1.

March 2

Deadline to submit a Cal Grant GPA Verification to the
California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) and to file
a completed FAFSA for Entitlement and primary Competitive Cal Grants.

January 1

Begins the processing cycle for the next school
year’s FAFSA. Apply as early as you can.

September 2

Second Competitive Cal Grant opportunity for
California Community College students only.
CSAC must receive your GPA Verification and
you must file a FAFSA by this date for Cal Grant
consideration.

Last Updated 1/30/06