Education opens doors to countless opportunities, equipping individuals with knowledge and skills for a lifetime. Planning for educational success involves not only focusing on academic goals but also understanding available financial assistance and support programs.
Luckily, there are different forms of assistance and programs to help you and your family receive the support you need!
Unlock Your Potential with These Key Resources
1. California Department of Education (CDE)
- Website: cde.ca.gov
- Highlights: Access to K-12 education resources, curriculum guidelines, and support programs for students, parents, and educators.
2. California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office
- Website: cccco.edu
- Highlights: Information on California's 116 community colleges, financial aid options, career education programs, and transfer pathways to four-year universities.
- Health & Mental Health Services (Health and Mental Health Services | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu))
- EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu))
- CalWORKS (CalWORKs | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu))
- Online Courses.
3. California State University (CSU) System
- Website: calstate.edu
- Highlights: Learn about the 23 CSU campuses, degree programs, admissions process, financial aid opportunities,
- CalFresh CalFresh & the CSU | CSU (calstate.edu)
- EOP Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) | CSU (calstate.edu)
- Student Well-Being & Basic Needs Student Well-Being & Basic Needs | CSU (calstate.edu)
- Food Pantry Other Food Resources | CSUF - Basic Needs Services (fullerton.edu)
4. University of California (UC) System
- Website: universityofcalifornia.edu
- Highlights: Explore UC's 10 campuses, academic programs, research opportunities, financial aid information,
- Veterans Orientated services (i.e designated services coordinator) Home | Veterans (universityofcalifornia.edu)
- Transfer Student Services Transfer students | UC Admissions (universityofcalifornia.edu)
5. California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)
- Website: csac.ca.gov
- Highlights: Find details on Cal Grants, Middle Class Scholarships, and other financial aid programs available to California students.
- CA Military Department GI Bill Award California Military Department GI Bill Award Program - California Student Aid Commission
- Golden State Teacher Grant California Golden State Teacher Grant (GSTG) Program - California Student Aid Commission
- CA Dream Act Service Incentive California Dream Act Service Incentive Grant Program - California Student Aid Commission
- CA Chafee Grant for Foster Youth California Chafee Grant Program - California Student Aid Commission
6. Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Website: studentaid.gov
- Highlights: Apply for federal financial aid, including grants, work-study, and student loans to support your education in California.
- Get a loan option (Parent Plus Loan, Subsidized Loan, Unsubsidized Loan) PLUS Loan Application | Federal Student Aid
- Student Loan Forgiveness Student Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid
7. California State Library
- Website: library.ca.gov
- Highlights: Access free online resources, research databases, digital books, and educational programs for all age groups.
- Free State Parks California State Library Parks Pass
8. California Career Zone
- Website: cacareerzone.org
- Highlights: Discover career exploration tools, job market information, and guidance on planning your career path in California.
- Provides a list of other resources such as Roadtrip Nation Roadtrip Nation | Find your career roadmap
- CalCRN, California Career Resource Network (californiacareers.info)
9. California Adult Education Program
- Website: caladulted.org
- Highlights: Programs for adult learners, including high school equivalency, English as a Second Language (ESL), and workforce preparation.
- Online Webinars Training - California Adult Education Professional Development (caadultedtraining.org)
- CASAS Training Training - California Adult Education Professional Development (caadultedtraining.org)
- Educator Development Trainings Educators - California Adult Education Program (caladulted.org)
10. MyChildCare.ca.gov
- Website: mychildcare.ca.gov
- Highlights: Find licensed child care providers, explore early learning resources, and access information on financial assistance for child care.