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We hope you find the videos and handouts on this web page helpful when completing the FAFSA or CA Dream Act application.

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Getting Started - General Financial Aid Information

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Infosheet:

WHICH APPLICATION SHOULD I USE?

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Getting Ready for the FAFSA/Dream Act 

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Application Link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Application Link: https://dream.csac.ca.gov

Handout: 2024-25 Check List
Handout: 2024-25 Check List Spanish
Info Sheet: 2024-25 FAFSA Worksheet
Video: FAFSA - Determining Your Dependency Status
Handout: 2025-26 Check List
Handout: 2025-26 Check List Spanish
Info Sheet: 2025-26 FAFSA Worksheet
Info Sheet: 2025-26 FAFSA Worksheet Spanish

2024-2025 FAFSA

2025-2026 FAFSA

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CA Dream Act Information

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Application Link: https://dream.csac.ca.gov

Webpage: CSAC Resources for Dream Act
Info Sheet: Dream Act - How to Create Account
Info Sheet: Dream Act - How to Create Account (Spanish)

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FSA ID Information

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Create an FSA ID: studentaid.gov

Video: How to Create an FSA ID
Handout: FSA ID Helpful Info
Handout: FSA ID - Steps to Create for 2024-25
Handout: FSA ID - Steps to Create for 2024-25 (Spanish)

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Stuck on a question? We are happy to help. 

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Mario Cruz, (559) 737-4849
Marlene Alcantar, (559) 730-3752

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> "How to" Financial Aid Videos, Click Here

> How to Submit Financial Aid Documents, Click Here

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