Did you know California financial aid covers families that make up approximately $191,000 a year? The deadline to apply for state financial aid is March 2nd. I invite you to join me this coming Tuesday, February 8, on CaliforniaColleges.edu, for a 1-hour virtual workshop on free financial aid tools available to students and their families. CaliforniaColleges.edu is the state’s official college and career planning website. During the workshop, you will learn about:
- Student-friendly, easy-to-navigate lessons on what financial aid is, what options are available, how to apply for aid, and how to choose the right financial aid offer.
- An interactive tool that provides step-by-step guidance on how to launch, complete, and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
- Tools that parents and schools can use to help make sure students have completed the financial aid lessons and submitted their FAFSA or CADAA applications.
You can register for the virtual workshop today using the link below. I look forward to seeing you there!
Free Financial Aid Tools on CaliforniaColleges.edu Workshop
Tuesday, February 8
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register
bit.ly/mccartyfinaid020822
Note: Students and families in Sacramento City Unified and Elk Grove Unified School Districts currently have access to CaliforniaColleges.edu. Students and families outside of these districts can also sign up for free accounts to access the lessons and launch the applications. If you are interested in these tools but are unsure of whether you or your child has access, please contact the California College Guidance Initiative.