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
                                               

FRC Osher Scholarship
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The Osher Scholarship is for applicants who must have successfully completed 24 or more degree applicable units at the time of the initial scholarship disbursement, must be enrolled at least half 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 $1,000 each and will be pro-rated based on enrollment.  Osher Scholarships may be renewed.  *If you would like to apply, complete the application and submit to the Dean of Students Office by the deadline of May 14th, 2010. 

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.

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 California/Nevada/Hawaii Forest Fire Council Scholarship program is to support individuals pursuing an education, leading to a career in wildland fire related professions.  Consideration will be given to individuals who reside in, are or will be attending an institution of higher learning, or work in the states of California, Nevada, or Hawaii.  Applications must be completed, signed, dated. returned and postmarked no later than September 15, 2010.  *Applications are available on wall outside Library or, log on to www.cnhfire.org

The Wildlife Society Sacramento-Shasta Chapter Scholarship Fund has a selection of scholarships and grants available to students, amounts from $500 up to $1,000 for an academic year may be awarded, and may be renewed.  Student must be Undergraduate or Graduate pursuing a major in Wildlife Biology/Wildlife Management, or a field that is closely related.  Deadline for scholarship is June 1st, 2010.  *Applications are available on wall outside Library.

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

*This web page was last updated on May 3rd, 2010.

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