Welcome to the Financial Aid Office @ GWC
The deadline for submitting a loan application for the Spring 2012 semester is May 1st, 2012.
What is Financial Aid?
Financial aid is available to remove the cost barriers that may prevent you from pursuing your educational goals. Assistance is available from a variety of programs funded by federal, state and private sources. Students who demonstrate significant financial need may qualify for grant aid while students with less need may obtain low cost loans. Financial need is determined through a federal formula that assesses the family’s relative financial strength and ability to contribute to meeting the student’s educational costs.
Financial Aid Office Hours
- Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Friday - Closed
- You may contact us at: FinAid@gwc.cccd.edu
- Or by phone at 714-895-8394
How to Apply for Aid
1. Get a PIN!
The Department of Education PIN (Personal Identification Number) serves as the electronic signature on the FAFSA and other federal aid documents for students and parents.
2. Gather your Information
You will need personal information such as your Social Security Number, driver’s license number, your Alien Registration Number if you are not a U.S. citizen, and Federal tax information or tax returns, including W-2 information to complete your FAFSA. Dependent students will also need this information for their parents.
3. Submit your Application
Golden West College’s Federal School Code is: 001206
4. Complete your File
Always respond to any correspondence sent to you by the Financial Aid Office. Please note that this make take up to two weeks after the Financial Aid Office receives your FAFSA.
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