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Financial Aid Assistance
Completing the FAFSA or Dream Act Application is a crucial step toward accessing money for college. Students who attend a workshop are more likely to submit their application on time and receive the aid they qualify for—support that can make higher education possible.
At a Cash for College workshop, attendees receive step-by-step guidance on completing their financial aid applications, including the FAFSA and California Dream Act Application.
Resources to Go to College
Your Guide to the FAFSA
This guide is designed for students, families, and the community working together to complete the Free Application for Federeal Student Aid. It breaks down each step, explains what’s needed, and helps avoid common mistakes—so more students can access the financial support they’re eligible for.
Your Guide to the CADAA
This guide helps students, families, and the community understand and complete the California Dream Act Application with confidence. It outlines each step clearly, explains required documents, and supports efforts to ensure all students—regardless of immigration status—have a path to college opportunity.
Supporting Students Together
As a regional hub for financial aid support, these resources are designed to help students and families successfully complete the FAFSA and California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Educators and community partners play a critical role in this work.
This page provides resources, tools, and professional learning opportunities to help you expand financial aid access across your campus or organization.
Partner to Increase Financial Aid Awareness
Your involvement ensures more students and families receive timely, accurate information, and reinforces that college is not only possible, but within reach.