Students Displaced by Natural Disasters
Students affected by disasters and closures can get help continuing their studies.
About
If you have been affected by fires, floods, earthquakes or other disasters, complete the FAFSA or CADAA and then contact your college financial aid office to explain your unique circumstances.
Award Amount
To find out how financial aid can help your situation, talk with the financial aid professionals at your local community college. You can also get free money for groceries through the CalFresh program.
More financial aid programs are available.
PELL GRANTS
Federal Pell Grants go to undergraduate students without college degrees who come from low-income families.
CAL GRANT PROGRAM
Cal Grants get awarded to California resident undergraduates based on financial need, academic performance and other factors.
PROMISE GRANTS
Low-income students and students receiving cash assistance may automatically apply for a California College Promise Grant (CCPG).
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
The California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment (CCCSE) offers over 3,000 student scholarships per year.
WORK-STUDY PROGRAMS
Federal work-study students earn money to pay for college by working a part-time job on-campus or out in the community.
FOSTER YOUTH
Foster youth students who were in care on or after their 16th birthday can apply for a Chafee Grant up until they turn 26.
