Steps to Apply for Financial Aid

For U.S. Citizens and Permanent Legal Residents (Green Card Holders, Refugee, etc.).

• Go to: www.fafsa.gov
  
  • 2023-2024 for Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 (available October 1, 2022)
  • 2022-2023 for Fall 2022, Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 (available October 1, 2021)
  • Skyline College’s Federal School Code is: 007713
• FSA ID: Create a User Name and Password:
  • Log in to: FAFSA or Federal Student Aid
  • Click on “Create an FSA ID"
  • Follow directions. Enter your log-in and personal information and submit your FSA ID information.
• Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (if taxes filed)
  • Go to the Financial Aid Forms Webpage
  • Click on: Step-by-Step Directions for IRS Data Retrieval Tool
• If IRS Data Retrieval Tool does not work order a Tax Return Transcript at www.irs.gov
• Need help? Attend a Financial Aid Application Lab
  • Our weekly Financial Aid Labs are held via Zoom: register for a workshop. For additional assistance, please visit our website and you may ask our Virtual Financial Aid Assistant.

For AB540 and Undocumented Students Only:

• For more information, please visit Dream Act Webpage
• Apply California Dream Act
• 2023-2024 for Fall 2023, Spring 2024 and Summer 2024 (available October 1, 2022)
• 2022-2023 for Fall 2022, Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 (available October 1, 2021)

Allow 1-2 weeks for your FAFSA or Dream Act application to be processed and sent to the college. You will then receive two emails:

1. First from the Dept. of Education with your Student Aid Report (SAR)
   • Review SAR for accuracy and read “Comment Codes”
   • If corrections are made, allow additional 1-2 weeks to process corrected information
2. Second from the Financial Aid Office confirming receipt of your FAFSA or Dream Act Application
   • Instructions are given to check the status on WebSMART

Check WebSMART to see what documents are required. Follow the steps below:

1. Log into WebSMART
2. Click the “Financial Aid” Tab
3. Click “My Eligibility”
4. Click “Student Requirements”
5. Select “Aid Year” (Example: Select 2022-2023 for Fall 2022)
6. Review “Unsatisfied Requirements” and complete unsatisfied requirements and/or submit documents listed

Learn how to upload your files.

If you would like to contact the Financial Aid Office, fill out our online contact form or leave a voicemail at at 650-738-4236. All messages must include your Name and Student Identification Number (G#) and will be responded in a timely manner.

If you would like schedule an online meeting with a Financial Aid Representative, please contact the Financial Office by fill out our online contact form and/or call 650-738-4236. You can schedule an appointment from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Files are reviewed in order of date received
• Files will not be reviewed until all required documents are submitted
• During the file review process, additional documents may be requested
• Check your “my.smccd.edu” email and WebSmart account regularly for updates
• Entire process may take a minimum 4-6 weeks (longer if corrections are needed/during start of semester)

• Eligible students will be notified by email to their “my.smccd.edu” account
• Check WebSMART for the results of your financial aid award
• Go to “My Award Information” to view types and amount of award
• Note: If no awards are listed, please contact the Financial Aid Office

Visit the Disbursement Webpage for more information on how to get your funds.