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    How to Complete the FAFSA

    Step-by-step video guide for filling out your FAFSA application

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    FAFSA Application Guide

    Official guide to completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid

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    Understanding Financial Aid

    Learn about different types of financial aid and how to qualify

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    Financial Aid Award Letter Guide

    Learn how to read and compare financial aid award letters

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    Scholarship Search Tips

    Expert advice on finding and applying for scholarships

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    CSS Profile Instructions

    Guide for schools that require the CSS Profile in addition to FAFSA

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    Cal Grant Workshops

    Webinars about California state grant programs

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    Student Loan Repayment Options

    Understanding your options for repaying loans after graduation

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📅 Upcoming Webinars & Deadlines

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Upcoming Events

FAFSA Walkthrough Webinar

December 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM PST

Live step-by-step guide to completing your FAFSA with Q&A

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Scholarship Search Strategies

December 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM PST

Learn proven methods for finding and winning scholarships

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Financial Aid 101 for Parents

January 8, 2026 at 7:00 PM PST

What parents need to know about college financial aid

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Understanding Your Award Letter

January 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM PST

How to read and compare financial aid offers

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Cal Grant Application Workshop

February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM PST

Everything you need to know about California state grants

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FAFSA Priority Deadline (California)

March 2, 2026

Submit FAFSA by this date for Cal Grant consideration

Cal Grant GPA Verification Deadline

March 2, 2026

Schools must submit GPA verification to CSAC

National College Decision Day

May 1, 2026

Deadline to accept admission offers and submit deposits

FAFSA Final Deadline

June 30, 2026

Last day to submit FAFSA for 2025-2026 school year

🏫 Your Recommended Events

UCLA

Financial Aid Information Session

January 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM PST

Learn about UCLA's financial aid packages, scholarships, and work-study opportunities.

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UC Berkeley

Scholarship Workshop for Admitted Students

January 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM PST

Discover scholarship opportunities and learn tips for writing winning applications.

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Stanford University

Need-Based Aid Virtual Q&A

February 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST

Get your questions answered about Stanford's need-based financial aid program.

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CSU Long Beach

FAFSA Filing Assistance Workshop

February 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM PST

One-on-one help completing your FAFSA application with financial aid counselors.

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USC

Merit Scholarship Info Session

February 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM PST

Learn about USC's merit-based scholarship programs and application requirements.

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Cal Poly SLO

Understanding Your Financial Aid Package

March 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM PST

How to interpret your award letter and compare offers from different schools.

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