Apply for Financial Aid at Citrus College

Financial aid helps pay for college through grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans. Applying is free, and most students qualify, even if you think you might not. Don’t miss out on money that can help you stay in school! Apply in 3 simple steps.

👉 Need help? Contact Financial Aid: [phone] or visit us in person.  No appointments necessary.

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Step 1: Choose the Right Application

Use these guided questions to figure out which application you should complete:

1. Are you a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen?

✅ Yes → Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
❓ Unsure → Check eligibility at studentaid.gov
❌ No → Go to question 2.

2. Are you AB540 Eligible?

✅ Yes → Fill out the California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
❓ Unsure → Submit an AB 540 form so Admissions and Records can determine your classification.
❌ No → Go to question 3.

3. If you are not eligible for FAFSA or CADAA, are you a California resident?

✅ Yes → Apply for the California College Promise Grant (CCPG)
❓ Unsure → Learn how California Residency is Classified
❌ No → Talk to Admissions & Records to find out your options.

👉 Don’t forget: List Citrus College’s school code (001166) on your FAFSA or CADAA.

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Step 2: Submit Your Application

Deadlines vary depending on the school year you plan to attend. Apply as early as possible to maximize aid.

📌 Deadlines

• Complete the 2025–2026 FAFSA or CADAA → For Fall 2025, Spring 2026, or Summer 2026

  • Final deadline: June 30, 2026

• Complete the 2026–2027 FAFSA or CADAA → For Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027

  • Priority deadline: March 2, 2026

  • Community college deadline: September 2, 2026

  • Final deadline: June 30, 2027

📍 Where to Apply

• FAFSA → studentaid.gov

• CADAA → dream.csac.ca.gov

• CCPG → Apply through CCCApply

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Step 3: After You Apply

✅ Check Citrus Email
Processing may take up to 15 business days, but checking your email and dashboard regularly helps avoid delays.

✅ Check Your Financial Aid Dashboard
Check your Financial Aid Dashboard to see if there are any tasks you need to complete. Go to citruscollege.studentforms.com to complete required tasks and upload documents.

✅ Wait for Your Offer of Financial Aid
Once your application is reviewed, you’ll get an email titled Offer of Financial Aid, which will include what financial aid you are eligible to receive. Awards are based on full-time (12+ units, usually 4 or more classes for most students) enrollment. If you take fewer units, your aid will be adjusted.

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Helpful Resources

Financial Aid Department
📞 [phone]
📧 [e-mail]
🌐 citruscollege.edu/financialaid

Admissions & Records
📞 [phone]

📧 [e-mail]
🌐 citruscollege.edu/ar

Dream Resource Center (DRC) – Support for undocumented, AB 540, and mixed-status students
📞 [phone]
📧 [e-mail]
🌐 citruscollege.edu/stdntsrv/drc

International Student Center (ISC) – Support for international students
📞 [phone]
📧 [e-mail]
🌐 isc.citruscollege.edu

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✨ Pro Tip: Apply early! Even if you’re not sure you’ll qualify. Many students are surprised at how much help they receive!