Applying for Financial Aid
Don’t let finances hinder your education. Apply for financial aid to make college more affordable and determine eligibility for grants, scholarships, and loans covering tuition and other expenses. Take the first step toward a brighter future by applying soon.
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Important Dates
| date | description |
|---|---|
| October 1 | 2026-2027 FAFSA, CADAA, and SMCCCD Scholarship Application open. |
| October 2 | Weekly Financial Aid Application Assistance and Scholarship Workshops begin. |
| October 8 | Flex Day (No Classes) |
| October 15 | National Financial Aid Day Event, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, Upper Lawn (Quad) |
| October 16 | Cash for College Financial Aid Application Assistance, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Learning Center |
| November 10 | Veterans’ Day (Holiday) |
| November 12 | Last day for instructors to withdraw students/Last day to withdraw from semester classes |
| November 27 | Thanksgiving Day (Holiday) |
| November 28 | Day after Thanksgiving (Holiday) |