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Financial Aid Services
Financial Aid Services
Learn about CPOS requirements: Beginning Fall 2026, only courses that apply to your declared program of study are eligible for financial aid (federal & state grants).
Federal Financial Aid Changes:
Learn about the federal changes that may impact financial aid eligibility & processing, effective Fall 2026.
Applying for Financial Aid
Don't let finances stop you from pursuing your education. Applying for financial aid can make college more affordable. Fill out a financial aid application to see if you are eligible for grants, scholarships, and loans to help cover your cost of attendance.
Alleviate some financial burden by applying today!
Get video answers Have questions about the process? Watch Financial Aid TV for answers.
Net Price Calculator Get an estimated cost of attendance based on Skyline students like you.
Fall Office Hours
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Mon & Thu Tue & Wed Friday |
8 a.m - 4:30 p.m 8 a.m - 6:30 p.m 8 a.m - 1:00 p.m - excludes holidays - Financial Aid Office will be closed October 7, 2026 due to Flex Day. |
Financial Aid Office Relocation Notice
The Financial Aid Office has moved to Building 2, second floor.
Begin your FAFSA or Dream Act Application (CADAA) now!
Begin your 2027-28 application on October 1st for aid in July 2027 - July 2028
Complete the 2026-27 application for aid in July 2026 - July 2027
Don't forget:
- You need to apply once each year
- Follow up on your application in the FAFSA/CADAA website and in WebSMART
- Do not assume that your application went through.
Read our money facts to stay motivated and learn how to finish your application successfully right away.
Important Dates and Deadlines
| Date | Information |
|---|---|
| October 1 | |
| October 1 | |
| October 1 |
Financial Aid and SMCCCD Scholarship Drop-In Assistance Workshop |
| October 12 |
Scholarship Information and Application Drop- In Assistance Workshop |
| October 13 |
Cash for College Night at 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
| October 20 |
Financial Aid $coop: Making Sure Your Classes Count for Financial Aid |
| November 2 |
Scholarship Information and Application Drop- In Assistance Workshop |
| November 12 |
Scholarship Information and Application Drop- In Assistance Workshop |
| November 18 |
Financial Aid $coop: SAP Survival Guide, How to Stay Eligible for Financial Aid |
Upcoming Events
Have Questions?
We're here to help! If you have any questions or concerns about financial aid, please don't hesitate to reach out.
- Check your Financial Aid Status on WebSMART
- Free College (SB 893) at SMCCCD
- 1098T Information
- HEERF I, II and III Disclosures