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Cash for College (free FAFSA and Cal Grant workshops)
California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)
Who qualifies
Students and families applying for college financial aid, regardless of immigration status (CA Dream Act for undocumented students).
How to apply
Register for a free webinar or a workshop near you on the Cash for College page. The priority deadline for state aid is March 2 each year (community college students: September 2). Apply even if a deadline has passed.
What it is
Free workshops, online or in person, where financial aid experts help students and families fill out the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application and answer questions about Cal Grants and other aid.
What they offer
FAFSA / CA Dream Act help
freeHands-on help completing financial aid applications
Cal Grant guidance
freeAnswers about state grants and deadlines
Contact
About the organisation
CSAC is the state agency that runs Cal Grants and the California Dream Act Application.
Service area
Statewide California (online and in-person workshops)