Types of Financial Aid

Federal Programs
State Programs
Scholarships

FEDERAL PROGRAMS

Pell Grant
All students applying for campus-based federal and/or state assistance must apply for the Pell Grant by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This grant is based on financial need.

FSEOG Grant
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants are for students with exceptional financial need. The grant does not have to be repaid. Awards are made on a first-come basis until designated funds are exhausted.

Academic Competitive Grant (ACG)
The Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) was made available for the first time for the 2006-2007 school year for first year college students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2006, and for second year college students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2005.  An ACG will provide up to $750 for the first year of undergraduate study and up to $1300 for the second year of undergraduate study to full-time students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant and who had successfully completed a rigorous high school program, as determined by the state or local education agency and recognized by the Secretary of Education.  Eligibility must be certified by the student’s high school.  Second year students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0.

Federal Work-Study
The Federal Work-Study program provides jobs for students who qualify for financial aid. Students are paid at least the current state minimum wage, but some salaries are higher based on the type of work and the skills required. Awards are made on a first-come, first-served basis until designated funds are exhausted.

Direct Loan Program
Effective with the 2009-10 academic year, Feather River College is pleased to announce that we will be participating in the Federal Direct Loan Program (DL). Funds for the Direct Loan Program come directly from the U.S. Department of Education. FRC previously participated in the Federal Family Educational Loan Program (FFELP) through which the funding sources were banks and other private lenders. With the Direct Loan Program, FRC students and parents will have access to a secure, dependable and affordable source of funds to finance their educational costs.

STATE PROGRAMS

Cal Grant
Cal Grants are California state-funded grants that may be applied toward meeting educational expenses at California colleges. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Cal Grant verification form to apply.  You may check the status of your Cal Grant award by going to: CSAC - Web Grants For Students.

Cal Grant A
May be used at four-year colleges only, although they may be granted and held in reserve for students attending community colleges with the intention of transferring. Grants are awarded on the basis of grades as well as financial need.

Cal Grant B
May be used at both two-year and four-year colleges, and may be awarded to part-time students. Grants are awarded based on grades, disadvantaged background and financial need.

Cal Grant C
For students enrolled in two-year vocational programs at two- year colleges. Part-time students may apply for this grant which is awarded on the basis of financial need, vocational interests, and grades.

Chafee Grants
The California Chafee Grant Program provides funding to current or former foster youth to use for career and technical training or college courses. The Chafee Grant Program, also known as the Education and Training Voucher (ETV), is a federally funded program and is subject to the availability of federal funds each year.  For more information please visit our Financial Aid office or the official web site at www.chafee.csac.ca.gov.

Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOG)
Fee waivers are available to pay the costs of enrollment and health fees. Supported by the California Community Colleges through the Board of Governors, fee waivers (BOG) are available to all qualifying students, regardless of how many units they are carrying.

Unlike other forms of financial aid, fee waivers are designed to be awarded immediately.  Students may fill out the BOG Application and submit proper documentation at the time of their registration.  Students who file the FAFSA are automatically considered for the BOG Fee Waiver.

• The student has completed the FAFSA, and received a current Student Aid Report (SAR) which documents eligibility. Even if the student is not eligible for federal financial aid, he or she may still qualify for a fee waiver. The student (or student's family) is receiving TANF/AFDC, SSI or General Assistance. Documentation: Verification that he or she is a current recipient of TANF/ AFDC, SSI, or General Assistance.

• The student meets specified income standards.

• The student is the dependent of a deceased or disabled Veteran and does not exceed income levels required. This fee waiver is available through the local veterans affairs office.
   
• You are eligible as a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor or as a child of a recipient, or a dependent of a victim of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack.

Students who are eligible for fee waivers may also be eligible for other forms of financial aid such as scholarships, PELL grants, work study assignments and other state and federal grant and loan programs. These programs are all designed to help students meet educational costs such as books, transportation and living expenses.

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SCHOLARSHIPS
                                               

The California State Employees Association #712 (CSEA)
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The California State Employees Association #712 (CSEA) provides a $500 scholarship.  This scholarship is available to a recent high school graduate or a continuing FRC student.  Students must have a cumulative GPA of a 2.5 and be able to demonstrate community and/or school involvement.

2010-2011 Feather River College and FRC Foundation Scholarships
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The Schramel Family is offering a $1000 Scholarship in memory of Paul Francis Schramel.  The scholarship is payable at $500 per semester and may be renewable for a second year. Priority is given to Indian Valley residents.

The Schoensee Family is pleased to offer scholarships in the amount of $250 per semester, for a maximum of four semesters (or $1,000). This scholarship is available to any student wishing to enroll at Feather River College. Student must be enrolled in 12 units each semester. In order to renew the scholarship for the second year, the student must have completed 24 units with a GPA of 3.0 or better.

The Central California Inland Fisheries Kokanee & Salmon Foundation, Inc. (Phil Johnson Memorial Scholarship), also known as Kokanee Power, provides $1500 for student scholarships.  These scholarships may provide up to $1000 depending on the number of applicants.  Though priority is given to environmental studies students participating in the hatchery and fisheries courses, any student can apply. The Foundation requests that a personal essay describing the applicants drive and desire for working with natural resources of at least two pages be submitted along with the application. 

The Academic Senate provides two $500 scholarships for a returning student who has completed 20 units or more.  Students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher to qualify.  One letter of reference must be from an FRC faculty member. 

The Rose Cortez Memorial Scholarship provides $100-$600 book scholarships to students who have previously completed 12 credits at FRC. Students must be enrolled full time and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Scholarships are intended for continuing FRC students.  Two reference forms must be attached.  One must be from an FRC classified (non-teaching) staff member, one from a faculty member or other personal reference (examples:  a high school teacher or administrator, employer, clergyman, community organizer, etc.)

Faculty Union provides two $300 scholarships for currently enrolled students. Applicants must be enrolled full time and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. 

The Garrett Olney Scholarship provides two $780 scholarships to cover tuition costs ($390 per semester) soley to undocumented students who have graduated from a California high school and who qualify for resident tuition pursuant to the provisions of AB 540.  Students must be enrolled at FRC full-time to receive the scholarship, and must prove their academic qualifications and their desire to get a higher education.  Information regarding AB 540 can be found at the following FRC webpage:  www.frc.edu/admissionsandrecords/AB540Information.htm

          Bernard Osher Foundation has made possible Osher Scholarships as part of the
                                 California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment

The Osher Scholarship:  Applicants must have successfully completed 24 or more degree applicable units at the time of the initial scholarship disbursment, must be enrolled at least 1/2 time during all semesters in which the award remains active, must be a California resident who is receiving the BOG waiver, and must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0 Annual awards are up to $1000 each and will be pro-rated based on enrollment.  Osher Scholarships may be renewed. 

The George T. McNulty Student Success Osher Scholarship:  Applicants must have successfully completed 24 or more degree applicable units at the time of the initial scholarship disbursement, must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units in the semester in which the award remains active, must be a California resident who is receiving the BOG waiver, and must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0.  One annual scholarship up to $500 will be awarded and is non renewable. 

NOTE:
The Foundation for California Community Colleges may revise the Osher Scholarship criteria for 2010-2011.  Eligible applicants may be asked to provide additional information. 

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE THROUGH FRC

Rodeo Scholarships are awarded to members of the Rodeo Team based on performance, academics and student need. 

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS

The Plumas District Hospital Volunteers Scholarship provides two $2,000 scholarships to students who are residents of Quincy, California, or graduating seniors who gratuate within the Plumas Hospital District.  Applicant must plan to pursue a health-related academic program.  Applications must be completed, signed, dated. returned and postmarked no later than April 15, 2010.  For application, click on this link. 

The Gary Franklin Memorial Scholarship Fund provides a $500 scholarship to students who are interested in a higher educational level and eventually being involved with the timber industry.  Applicants are considered by meeting the following criteria; 1).  Financial need, 2). Academic promise, and 3). someone, such as relative ot friend who has been involved in the timber industry.  Deadline for this application is April 15, 2010.  For more information and application, click on this link.

The Financial Aid Office maintains information on other scholarships available to FRC students, and the Career/Transfer Center has the CASHE computer program of scholarships available to college students. You may also find many scholarship opportunities by accessing these web sites:

www.finaid.org/scholarships

www.fastweb.com

www.scholarships.com

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