Financial Aid & Scholarship Office
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Last Chance FAFSA/CADAA renewal workshops!
See April flyer (PDF) and May flyer (PDF) for dates and zoom links. Drop in, no need to stay the whole time! Priority deadline to file your FAFSA/CADAA is May 2 in order to be eligible for state grants including Cal Grant, Middle Class Scholarship and others. Don't wait until the last minute!
2024-25 Financial Aid Offers
We have started sending out 2024-25 financial aid offers to FAFSA filers. Check your Chico State email. CADAA offers will be sent soon. If you haven't received an offer, see Financial Aid Offer for additional information.
File 2024-25 FAFSA/ CADAA - May 2 Priority Deadline!
- See FAFSA Tips(opens in new window), FAFSA Simplification,(opens in new window) or 2024-25 Technical Issues Alert and How to Correct or Update Your FAFSA
- Mixed status families: use this great tool to help with the FAFSA FSA ID process.
- California Dream Act Application (CADAA): Not eligible to complete the FAFSA for federal aid? Check here to see if you can submit a CADAA application.
CatBot
CatBot answers general financial aid questions 24/7 (see red widget at lower right corner). Have a question specific to your financial aid? The bot won't know the answer so you'll want to reach out to us.
FAFSA & CADAA School Code: 001146
Welcome to the Financial Aid & Scholarship Office at Chico State. We offer a range of services, including helping students to apply for financial aid, completing verification requirements, and maintaining eligibility throughout their time at Chico State.
Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
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Important Dates & New Information
Apr. 15: Submit a 2023-24 appeal by April 15, 2024 to ensure on-time processing by the last day of instruction. After April 15, please make an appointment with an advisor for appeal consideration for 2023-24.
May 2: Priority deadline for 2024-25 FAFSA/CADAA
Last Chance! 2024-25 FAFSA/CADAA Renewal Workshops: Drop in, no need to stay the whole time! See April flyer (PDF) or May flyer (PDF)
- Where: Student Services Center 206
- When:
Faculty and Staff: See Payments to Students Guide
Student Loan Payments Have Resumed: studentaid.gov(opens in new window)
Fresh Start: one-time temporary program that offers special benefits for borrowers with defaulted federal student loans
Award Guide
The award guide is a multi-page PDF document outlining everything you need to know regarding your financial aid.