Make Sure Your Classes Count Toward Your Major:
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!

Financial Aid TV logo 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

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 Relocation Notice

The Financial Aid Office has moved to Building 2, second floor.

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Begin your FAFSA or Dream Act Application (CADAA) now!

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
August 13 First Fall 2026 semester financial aid disbursement
August 17 First day of the Fall 2026 semester
September 10 Second Financial Aid Disbursement
September 16

Financial Aid $coop: Understanding Your Financial Aid

October 1

2027 - 2028 FAFSA and CADAA Applications available

October 1

2027 - 2028 SMCCCD Scholarship Application available

October 13

Cash for College Night at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

October 20

Financial Aid $coop: Making Sure Your Classes Count for Financial Aid

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.

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