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Important Updates for Winter & Spring 2026
To receive financial aid for these terms, complete the 2025–2026 FAFSA or WASFA as soon as possible. Your 2025-2026 Financial Aid Application covers Summer 2025 through Spring 2026.
Winter Quarter starts January 5, 2026
Spring Quarter starts April 6, 2026
Current Financial Aid Application Processing Time: 2-4 Weeks
Please note that processing time is for financial aid applications after all requested documents have been received and no pending "To Do" items in LionsLink. Completed applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
Important Updates for 2026-2027 Application Cycle
To receive financial aid for these terms, complete the 2026-2027 FAFSA or WASFA as soon as possible. Your 2026-2027 Financial Aid Application covers:
- Summer 2026, quarter starts July 6, 2026
- Fall 2026, quarter starts September 28, 2026
- Winter 2027, quarter starts January 11, 2027
- Spring 2027, quarter starts April 5, 2027
More information regarding application processing will be posted by May 2026.
Please note that processing time is for financial aid applications after all requested documents have been received and no pending "To Do" items in LionsLink. Completed applications are reviewed in the order they are received.
Our FAFSA School Code is 005373.
Financial Aid Help Center
Apply for Financial Aid
Applying for aid may seem daunting, but we're here to help!
Check Your Aid Status
After completing your FAFSA or WASFA, verify you don't have any outstanding documents to submit!
Receiving Your Financial Aid
Learn more about what to do after you receive your financial aid award letter.
Workshops & Support Resources
Need help with your financial aid application?
Types of Financial Aid
There are many types of aid, grants, and scholarships available to qualifying students
Understanding Tuition, Fees, & Cost of Attendance
Before starting college, it's important to understand the full cost. Find tuition, fees, cost of attendance, and tools to help you make informed decisions.
Additional Financial Support Resources
Veteran Benefits
Veterans and their dependents using education benefits can visit our Veteran Services webpage and use the Get Started Checklist to connect with our School Certifying Official and Veteran Advisor.
Workforce Development (WFD)
For ongoing education expenses, apply for financial aid when possible. Workforce Development may offer tuition, book, advising, and support services for eligible students.
Undocumented Students
Undocumented students and DREAMers may be eligible for state financial aid through the WASFA, as well as grants and scholarships to help pay for college.
Scholarships
Scholarships are monetary awards given by organizations or donors to help pay for education. Students must meet specific criteria, such as program of study, financial need, or academic excellence, to qualify.
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Student Emergency GrantWe’re here to help you stay on track, even when unexpected financial emergencies arise. Limited emergency funds are available each quarter for currently registered students facing immediate financial challenges—not for ongoing or projected program costs. |