Financial Aid
welcome to financial aid information
welcome to financial aid information
Types of Financial Aid:
- Grants - Grants are FREE and do not need to be repaid.
- Scholarships - Apply for scholarships each Spring. Do not need to be repaid.
- Workstudy - This program will help students earn money while working in college.
- Loans - Student and Parent Federal Loans. Must be repaid.
- Waived Fees
- Book Vouchers
FAFSA
The 2022-2023 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) becomes available on October 3, 2022 and must be completed by March 1, 2024 in order to be eligible for a Cal Grant and receive priority for free tuition. Many students do not realize that they qualify for Financial Aid benefits. It is recommended that every student complete their FAFSA form in order to qualify for specific financial aid.
Please click on: FAFSA to begin the process. (NOTE: The FAFSA is a FREE Application. If you are asked to pay a fee, you are not on the official federal website.)
FAFSA FAQ's
- Answers to Common Questions About the FAFSA
- Dependent or Independent? - Most high school students will be considered dependents regardless of whether or not their parents are willing to help pay for college. If you are unsure of your status, check out this form.
- Who Is My Parent? - Help in identifying whose financial information to use.
- Everything FAFSA - This 98 page document will make you the expert you never wanted to be.
WHY IS THE FAFSA IMPORTANT?
In addition to qualifying you for Federal and State Financial Aid, many schools also use your FAFSA information to qualify you for their institutional aid.
CA DREAM ACT
If you are a Non-Resident of the U.S., you may be eligible for Financial Aid through the California Dream Act.
CAL GRANT INFORMATION
Claim Your Cal Grant Through The California Student Aid Commission
NOTE: These forms must be emailed or postmarked by September 2, 2023 to be considered on time. Students who miss the deadline may appeal for late consideration.
NOTE: These forms must be emailed or postmarked by September 2, 2023 to be considered on time. Students who miss the deadline may appeal for late consideration.
STEP 2: Students must log into the CSAC website to create Username and Password
STEP 3: Fill out Student GPA Verification Form and submit to VHS Registrar in Main Office.
STEP 4: Follow up with Registrar to confirm GPA Verification Form has been sent to chosen College.