Financial aid programs provide funds that assist students to pay for the cost of a college education (registration fees, books and supplies, and basic living expenses). Sources of financial aid include federal and state grants, fee waivers, work study opportunities, and student loans.
Student Information To receive financial aid, you must fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and apply through your college of record (either Saddleback or Irvine Valley College). The Financial Aid offices at Saddleback College or Irvine Valley College can help you apply for financial aid.
Saddleback College Financial Assistance Office
Irvine Valley College Financial Aid Office
Financial aid programs attempt to fill the gap that may exist between the cost of a college education and the money available to students from family, employment, savings and other resources. All recipients of financial aid:
- must be in good academic standing
- be an enrolled student working toward a degree or certificate
- have a high school diploma or GED or pass an "ability to benefit" test
- be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
- have financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
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