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Financial aid is money for college. It is provided by taxpayers in order to make sure that everyone who wants a college education has the financial ability to pay for college expenses. Taxpayers contribute to financial aid because helping people with the cost of education guarantees a strong economic future for the country and provides a higher quality of life for the educated individual.

Financial aid is also a partnership between you, the student, and Skyline College. If you receive financial aid, it is expected you will treat your education with the same kind of responsibility that you would a job. You must enroll in courses needed to complete your chosen program, work hard at learning, and move responsibly toward successful completion of your educational goal.

Most financial aid is awarded to students based on demonstrated need. The federal financial aid application process measures, in a fair way, how much each individual student needs. Many of the rules associated with receiving financial aid have been developed to make sure you, as a student, are treated fairly and also to guarantee you take your share of responsibility in the partnership.

This handbook is your student guide to information about the financial aid programs at Skyline. Please read it carefully to become familiar with the process of applying for financial aid, know what programs are available, and understand what you must do to remain eligible.

We understand that the rules that govern the financial aid programs can sometimes be complicated. Our Financial Aid Office staff is available to answer your questions and provide special assistance if and when you need it. Please let us know if you, a friend, or family member need assistance as a non-English speaking student. We can make arrangements to provide information in other languages. We will be happy to assist you.

Maria D. Escobar, D. Ed.
Director EOPS/CARE, Financial Aid & Special Programs