Other Sources of Aid

CollegeCorps

College Corps(opens in new window) is the national service program that allows people of all ages and backgrounds to earn help paying for education in exchange for a year of service.

Higher Education Tax Benefits

The federal government provides a number of tax incentives that can help lower the cost of higher education. These incentives include:

• Tax credits directly reduce the amount of tax you pay
• Tax deductions reduce the amount of your income that is taxed

NCAA/Student Athletes

Chico State is a member of the California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA), NCAA Division II Conference, and offers athletic grants-in-aid (GIA), or scholarships, to selected student-athlete recruits.The grants-in-aid are subject to the financial limitations, regulations, and guidelines imposed by the NCAA, Chico State, and the CCAA. Financial aid, scholarships, specific outside resources and employment are considered in determining compliance with these limitations. For more information, contact Intercollegiate Athletics at 530-898-6470.

Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Assistance

The State Department of Rehabilitation provides financial help for eligible students with disabilities. Assistance may include cost of fees, books, and transportation. For more information, visit the State Department of Rehabilitation(opens in new window).

Veterans

If you are a veteran of the US Armed Forces, on active military duty, or a dependent of a veteran, you may be eligible for a variety of financial aid resources. The role of the Financial Aid & Scholarship Office is to coordinate all Veteran’s benefits with federal, state and institutional aid to ensure you receive the maximum aid available to you.

• There are a number of educational benefits programs available to veterans. For more information, visit GI Bill or contact the Chico State Veteran Education Transition Services at 530-898-5911.
• Cal Vet Education Assistance: California offers a college fee waiver program to children and dependents of service-connected disabled or service-related deceased veterans. The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CDVA) administers the program. There are three plans for eligibility — child, spouse, dependent. For details, please visit the California Dept. of Veterans Affairs Office(opens in new window). 
• Military Tuition Assistance (TA) Program: All four service branches and the U.S. Coast Guard offer financial assistance for voluntary, off-duty education programs in support of service members’ personal and professional goals. The program is open to officers, warrant officers and enlisted active-duty service personnel. In addition, members of the National Guard and Reserve Components may be eligible for TA based on their service eligibility. For more detailed information about the Military Tuition Assistance Program, and how to apply, visit the Chico State Veteran Education Transition Services website.