Applying for Aid

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Cypress College FAFSA Code: 001193

How to Apply

• Applying for Financial Aid
• Using the Data Retrieval Tool (DRT)
• California College Promise Grant (CCPG)

FAFSA School Code

The Financial Aid Office at Cypress College (FAFSA School Code 001193) is one of many student services available at Cypress College. Obtaining a college education is one of the most important investments you will make in your lifetime and Cypress College strongly encourages students to apply for financial aid and use this website to navigate the various resources available to you. The Financial Aid Office staff is available to assist you with questions or concerns you have as you complete the application process.

DREAM Act

The California DREAM Act of 2011 is the result of two bills, Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130) and Assembly Bill 131 (AB 131). Together, these bills allow undocumented and documented students who meet certain provisions of AB 540 to apply for and receive Cal Grant and the California College Promise Grant at community colleges as well as institutional aid at California colleges and universities.

For comprehensive information about the California DREAM Act, including access to the application materials, important dates, and instructions, please visit dream.csac.ca.gov.

Important Resources

• Cypress College DREAM Act Overview
• Scholarship Information for Undocumented Students:
  Are you looking for scholarship(s) to help pay for College? This website focuses on providing scholarship information, resources, and support to undocumented students who are pursuing higher education.
• U.S. Department of Education Resource Guide
  Released in October 2015, this guide provides information regarding resources available to AB540 students.

California DREAM Act Timeline: October 1 – March 2

The DREAM Act application becomes available for DREAM Act students on October 1st. It is critical that DREAM Act eligible students complete the California DREAM application by March 2nd to maximize their eligibility for financial aid at California institutions.

Important Links

• Resources for California Dream Act Application
• Federal Student Aid
  Are you planning on becoming a U.S. citizen? The Federal Student Aid website contains resources and information about programs that are available to eligible students.