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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Need help completing your FAFSA? ATTEND A CASH FOR COLLEGE WORKSHOP OFFERED BY THE CALIFORNIA STUDENT AID COMMISSION (CSAC) at different bay area locations: Click here to see the dates, locations and registration information.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION![]()
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
For a list of scholarships and deadlines, go to Naviance Student. You will find an extensive local list that is updated throughout the year as well as a national (Sallie Mae) database.
SRVHS receives numerous applications for local scholarships during the school year. Be sure to check Naviance and the C&CC News Feed page regularly! Many thousands of dollars may be available to our students who apply.
- Cal Grant: California awards grants to eligible students based on income level and GPA. All students who indicate a CA school on the first page of their FAFSA application will be considered for a CA Grant. See www.calgrants.org/ for detailed information regarding eligibility and award amounts. Please note: A GPA verification is required, and SRVUSD automatically uploads these details to FAFSA, so no other form is required for SRVHS students.
- Middle Class Scholarship: This scholarship intends to reduce fees at CSU and UC Campuses by up to 40%. For more information go to: csac.ca.gov (CA Student Aid Commission).
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Fast Web Popular web site with thousands of scholarships available. Students will take an inventory to determine which scholarships they are eligible for.
- Scholarships.org is another popular website for searching scholarships.
- College Board Scholarship Search Engine found on the College Board (SAT) website (Big Future)
This year's Financial Aid Information Session for Seniors and their parents is in the process of being scheduled. Please be on the lookout for announcement of date.
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) should be explored by ALL seniors seeking financial aid, or student loan option, or merit scholarships for 2 or 4 year colleges. The application window usually opens on October 1, but is delayed this year due to changes FAFSA is making to the application.
Colleges may set their own due dates for when this form is due, so please check each school on your list.
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION![]()
GENERAL INFORMATION
- All colleges must provide a "COST OF ATTENDANCE (COA) calculator" or Net Price Calculator on their website Financial Aid page. Be sure to utilize this tool to estimate your (personal) actual cost of attendance for a particular college.
- Download the attachment for an estimated breakdown of college costs between Community Colleges, CSU's, UC's and Private colleges.
- Many local and national organizations offer scholarships for students who intend to enroll at 2 and 4 year colleges and universities post high school graduation. Ask employers, community groups, search Naviance and take a look at individual college websites financial aid page.
- Western Undergraduate Exchange: Students who are residents of WICHE states (CA) are eligible to request a reduced tuition rate of 150% of resident tuition at participating two- and four-year college programs outside of their home state.See website for schools who participate. Each school maintains individual requirements to be WUE eligible. Please see the attached guidebook below for information and/or go to: www.wiche.edu/wue
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION AND RESOURCES![]()
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
General information:
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) official site - Students apply for Financial Aid through this site. The CA public school filing priority deadline is March 2. But BE SURE TO VERIFY the FAFSA recommended due date on each schools financial aid web page.
- CAUTION: A "google" search may find similar web sites claiming to help you fill out a FAFSA for a fee. There is only one official FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) site. Make sure you go to the FAFSA website.
- Verify FAFSA due dates on college Financial Aid pages. DON'T MISS A DUE DATE for financial aid or you may jeopardize your financial aid options! But if you do miss a deadline, contact the individual college's financial aid office for assistance. College funds could still be available that might help your situation.
- PLEASE NOTE: Once you have completed and submitted a FAFSA, if household financial circumstances have changed considerably, we encourage you to reach out to your institution’s financial aid office. Financial aid administrators are afforded a degree of professional judgment under the law for state and federal aid, as well as for institutional aid, and can work with students and families whose incomes have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Step-by-step guide to completing the FAFSA found here.
CSS Profile: Some private colleges ask students to complete an additional financial aid application (CSS Profile) in order to be considered for their institutional financial aid (i.e. from endowments). Go to the College Board website for important information.
RESOURCES:
Federal Student Aid A fantastic site to guide students as they navigate the process of financing an education. A sub-site of the FAFSA, this is a great place to get all the information you need!
ECMC (replaced) EdFund A great resource to help families understand the Federal loans options.
California Student Aid Commission Great information in regards to the state of California and the FAFSA. Great literature and brochures available for download.
Student Guide to Financial Aid The new college student and Financial Aid. How to understand your aid, including great tips on how to manage your finances.
UC Financing Guide Great materials to help students finance a UC education.
DVC (Community College) - FT3 Promise - By completing at least 12 units, with a minimum 2.0 GPA for the fall term, students can receive a refund of their fall tuition! Fall start students can receive up to four consecutive primary terms of free tuition. Spring start students can receive up to three consecutive primary terms of free tuition. Summer is not included in the FT3 program.
