Financial Aid

Types of Aid


Financial aid is money that is given, paid or loaned to help you pay for your college education or vocational training.

Most types of financial aid grants come from federal and state programs. These programs include the federal Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), as well as state grants such as the Cal Grant, Student Success Completion Grant (SSCG) and the Chafee Grant. 

NOTE: A grant is a type of aid that you do not need to pay back.

Students can apply for a variety of financial assistance by completing and submitting either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) each year.  Students only need to complete one application based on the eligibility listed below

Students only need to complete one application based on the eligibility listed below:

You are eligible to complete the FAFSA if you are:

  • U.S. Citizen
  • Permanent Resident
  • Eligible non-citizen
  • T Visa Holder

Click to apply to FAFSA

You are eligible to complete the CADAA if you are:

  • Undocumented
  • Have a valid or expired DACA
  • A U Visa holder
  • Have Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
  • Meet the non-resident exemption requirements under AB540

Click to apply to CADAA

  • Who should apply for financial aid?

    Who should apply for financial aid?

    If you are currently enrolled or planning to enroll in college, you should apply for financial aid.  By completing an application for financial aid, you are applying for federal aid, such as the federal Pell grant, loans, and federal work-study;  as well as state aid such as the California College Promise Grant, Cal Grant, Chafee Grant and the California Student Success Completion Grant.

    Do you need help applying for financial aid?  We offer in-person and virtual financial aid lab to assist students with applying for financial aid.  Visit the Contact Us page and select the "Application Help" tab for dates and times.

  • How do I apply? 

    Fill out your financial aid application to see if you qualify for grants and other student aid.

     

    Please reference the linked buttons toward the top of this page to determine the type of application you should complete. 

    Every student should fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) early as possible.  Beginning October 1st of each academic year, the FAFSA for the next academic year is released. The application can be completed online at studentaid.gov

     

    We recommend having the following items on hand when completing the FAFSA:

    -Prior prior years (PPY) tax returns and W2 forms (yours and your parents' if you are under 24).  For example, if you are completing the 2022-2023 FAFSA, you will need your 2020 tax information. If you are completing the 2023-2024 FAFSA, you will need your 2021 tax information.
    -Your Social Security Number
    -Your alien registration number (if applicable)
    -A Federal Student AID (FSA) ID (student and parent if you are a dependent student)
    -LMC School Code: 010340

     

    Within 2 weeks, of successfully completing and submitting your FAFSA, LMC will import and begin processing your FAFSA.  You will receive an email notification advising you that the Financial Aid Office has received your FAFSA and to view your missing information checklist.

     

    *If you plan on attending college between August 2022 - July 2023, complete the 2022-2023 FAFSA released on October 1, 2021.
    *If you are attending college between August 2023 - July 2024, complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA released in October 1, 2022.


    You will need to renew your FAFSA each academic year you intend to enroll.

  • Promise Grant (formerly the Board of Governors (BOG) Fee Waiver)

    California College Promise Grant

    For eligible California residents, the Promise Grant assists students with mandatory enrollment fees for the entire academic year (Summer, fall, and spring semesters) and does not waive any optional fees like the student union fee. There is no limit to the number of units that are covered by the Promise Grant. (Assistance for the purchase of books and supplies must be applied for separately at www.fafsa.gov and with the EOPS Office). If you have applied for and are eligible to receive the Promise Grant after you have paid your enrollment fees, you will receive a refund of those enrollment fees. 

    AB 540 Students

    To be eligible for the California College Promise Grant, AB540 students must:

    • Meet AB540 qualifications as determined by Admissions and Records.
    • Complete the California Dream Act Application.
    • Meet income guidelines.
    • Please Note: If the Admissions and Records Office determines you have AB540 status, this status does not grant residency, it simply exempts you from paying non-resident fees.

    Information about AB540 and the California Dream Act  

  • Federal Grants

     The Title IV program consists of grants and loans. Federal grants do not have to be repaid.

    Federal Pell Grant »

    The Pell Grant is money provided by the  government to assist students in paying for college.  Grants do not have to be repaid.  Eligible students receive a specified amount each year based on their Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and the Cost of Attendance.  

    Students may only receive a Pell grant from one institution per term.

    To be eligible for a Pell Grant, you must:

    • Have a financial need.  (Your financial need is determined based on the information you provided on your FAFSA application.)
    • Be an undergraduate student who has not earned a bachelor's degree (with some exceptions for students in post baccalaureate teaching programs).
    • Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program.
    • Have earned a high school diploma or a GED or have completed a high school education in an approved home-school setting.
    • Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible noncitizen

    How do I apply for the Pell Grant?

    Complete and submit the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA).  Both continuing or returning students will need to reapply for FAFSA every year.

    How much does the Pell Grant award?

    The amount you get will depend on your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), the cost of attendance (determined by your school for your specific program), your status as a full-time or part-time student, and your plans to attend school for a full academic year or less.

    The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) »

    The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) is awarded to students who receive a Pell grant and demonstrate the highest need. Due to limited funding from the Department of Education, priority is given to full-time students who meet the March 2nd deadline. Awards range from $600 - $1,000 per academic year.

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  • Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP) - Student Internship Program

    The Learning Aligned Employment Program (LAEP) is funded by the California Student Aid Commission and provides eligible underrepresented college and university students with the opportunity to earn money to help defray their educational costs, while gaining education-aligned, career-related experience. LAEP allows a participating student to conduct research that relates to the student's area of study, career objectives, or the exploration of career objectives.  LAEP is a form of financial aid and is included in a student's financial aid package. Students who participate in LAEP internships receive the funds in a paycheck as they earn them, based on hours worked.

    • Student Eligibility and How to Apply for a LAEP Internship Position

      Student Eligibility:

      To be eligible to participate in LAEP, the student must meet the following criteria: 

      • Eligible students must be from an underrepresented background.  Prioritization is given to the yellow highlighted student groups, as well as students majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) disciplines.

       

      First Generation Low Income Current or Former Foster Youth Homeless or At Risk of Homelessness Students with Disabilities
      Displaced Workers Students with Dependent Children Formerly Incarcerated Undocumented / AB540 Veterans
      • Be enrolled at least half-time (6 units in fall/spring and 3 units for summer term) 
      • Be a California resident /AB540 
      • Demonstrate financial aid need 
      • Have a completed financial aid application on file for the current academic year. 
      • Eligibility to work in the Unites States 
      • Have a current Satisfactory Academic Standing Progress status that is anything other than "Suspension" status.  

       

      How do I (STUDENT) apply for a LAEP work-study position?

      Step 1: Complete a financial aid application for the current academic year. 


      Step 2: Look for a campus job on Handshake. Look for jobs that indicate "Work-Study or LAEP". For assistance with creating an account on Handshake and looking for a job on-campus visit the, Transfer and Career Services Student Employment webpage or Make an appointment with LMC's Career Counselor.


      Step 3: Contact the Office of Financial Aid to see if you meet LAEP eligibility requirements or if you have additional questions at LMCWorkStudy@email.4cd.edu or (925) 473-7525.
       
       

    • ON CAMPUS - Hiring Department/Supervisors

      ON CAMPUS- Hiring Department/Supervisors:

      The purpose of the LAEP program is to provide eligible college students from underrepresented backgrounds the opportunity to earn money to help defray their educational costs while gaining career-related experience in their area of study, career objective, or the exploration of career objectives. 

       

      1st Step: To participate in the LAEP program your department, must complete the Request For LAEP Position Form. After submitting the form, Workforce Development will notify you if your request for a LAEP Work-Study Position is approved.  For questions and assistance with completing the form, please get in touch with  Bill Bankhead

      2nd Step: Once your department is approved for a LAEP position, complete the following:

      • Upon approval of your LAEP position, post your position on Handshake. We recommend including "LAEP eligible students" in your job description. For assistance with posting a position on Handshake, contact Transfer and Career

      3rd Step

      • Once you have completed your applicant search, email LMCWorkStudy@email.4cd.edu  to confirm the student meets LAEP eligibility requirements. The financial aid office will review your request and advise you of the student's eligibility via email..
      • If the student is eligible, an award email notification will be sent to the student and hiring supervisor with a link to complete the following forms:
        • Student:  LAEP Student Contract
        • Department Supervisor: Student Hire Card
      • After the student completes their section of the LAEP Student Contract, the departmental supervisor will receive an email notification with a link to complete their section of the LAEP Student Contract. 
      • Please remember students cannot begin working until student hiring paperwork has been processed by Human Resources/Payroll. The supervisor will receive the Student Employment Processing Confirmation receipt stating when the student can start to work.
         


       

    • Off - Campus Employers
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  • Federal Work Study (FWS) Work-Study Program

    Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a federally funded employment program that enables undergraduate and graduate students with a financial need to work part-time (up to 20 hours) per week on campus.

     

    STUDENTS:

    FWS Eligibility Requirements

    • Complete a FAFSA
    • Have a financial aid need, based on your  completed financial aid file.
    • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
    • Enroll in 6 units or more 

     

    How do I apply for Federal Work Study ?

     

    How much can I earn?

    Your Federal Work Study wages will be at least the current federal minimum wage and your FWS award depends on your level of need, and funding available.

    How will I be paid?

    FWS students receive a paycheck once a month on the tenth of the month.

     

    HIRING DEPARTMENT/SUPERVISORS

    For information on posting a job on campus, visit the Transfer and Career webpage

    If you are a supervisor interested in hiring a FWS student, please follow the steps below. 

    • How to Request to Hire a FWS Student Worker:
      • Complete the 2023-2024 Request to Hire a Federal Work-Study Student form .
      • The financial aid office will review your request for a FWS hire and advise via email of the student's eligibility.
      • If the student is eligible, an award email notification will be sent to the student and hiring supervisor with a link to complete the:
        • Student: 2023-2024 FWS Student Contract
        • Department Supervisor: Student Hire Card
      • Once the student completes their section of the FWS Student Contract, the departmental supervisor will receive an email notification with a link to complete their section of the FWS Student Contract.. The form will then be routed to the financial aid office for final processing. 
      • Please remember students cannot begin working until student hiring paperwork has been processed by Human Resources/Payroll. The supervisor will receive the Student Employment Processing Confirmation receipt stating when the student can start to work.

     

     

  • Federal Student Loans

    Loans are funds that you must repay. The Federal Loan programs offer a secure, government-regulated and reasonably affordable way to invest in yourself and your goal of a higher education. Even though some loans are based on financial need, there are programs available to all federally eligible students regardless of income. 

    Federal Direct Loan Program (FDLP)

    Federal Direct loans are funds you must repay; they are available to eligible students who experience exceptional financial need and hardship. There are two types of Federal Direct loans, Subsidized Federal Direct loans, funds for which the federal government pays the interest while you are attending school at least half-time at an accredited institution and Unsubsidized Federal Direct loans are loans which are very similar to the subsidized loan with the exception that the student pays both principal and interest. 

    Federal Stafford Loan Limits:  Subsidized Unsubsidized
    Freshman $3,500 $6,000 (Independent students)
    Sophomore $4,500  $6,000 (Independent students)


    Direct Loan Statutory Limit a first-time borrower's eligibility

    Direct Subsidized Loans to a period not to exceed 150 percent of the length of the borrower’s educational program (“the 150% limit”). Under certain conditions, the provision also causes first-time borrowers who have exceeded the 150 percent limit to lose the interest subsidy on their Direct Subsidized Loans.

    Direct Loan Grace Period Interest Subsidy

    Effective July 1, 2012, students with Direct Subsidized Loans originated/disbursed after July 1, 2012 and before July 1, 2014 will be responsible for payment of interest accrued during the six month grace period.

    Student Direct Loan Procedure
     

    Steps to Apply for a Federal Direct Loan

    STEP ONE:

     Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

    STEP TWO:

    Complete your Financial Aid file by submitting all requested documents, as indicated on your Missing Information Checklist on Web Advisor.

    STEP THREE:

    New Loan Borrowers (students who have never borrowed loans at LMC or other college)

    Continuing Borrowers (students who have borrowed loans previously at LMC or other college)

    You do not need to submit a copy of the entrance or promissory note to us. We will receive electronic notification that you have completed the entrance exam and Master promissory note from the Department of Education.

    PLEASE NOTE: The Office of Financial Aid will originate your loan based upon the information from your Loan Request Form. The amount that you request may not be the amount we certify. However, we will make every effort to accommodate your needs as there are some factors which affect loan eligibility, such as financial need, year in school and the amount previously borrowed. If you have any questions, please visit the Office of Financial Aid.   

    Exit Counseling for Federal Education Loans

    Federal law requires students who borrow from the Federal Stafford loan programs to undergo exit counseling when the student graduates, withdraws or drops below half-time enrollment. **Exit counseling is required even if the student plans to transfer to another college or university.

    Online Exit counseling is available at: https://studentaid.gov/

    Non-Federal, Alternative, or Private Education Loans

    Educational loans are available from a variety of non-federal, private, or alternative lenders. However, Los Medanos College does not maintain or promote any specific private education loan lenders. LMC recommends that students apply for Federal grants and other assistance under the Title IV HEA programs prior to considering private educational loans as the terms and conditions may be more favorable under these programs.

    LMC does not provide information to student regarding borrowing funds from private lenders or have preferred lender arrangements with any private financial institutions.  Some private educational loan lenders require school certification however, LMC does not certify private education loans.  Upon request, Los Medanos College will provide the self-certification form for private education loans required under Sec. 128(e)(3) of the Truth in Lending Act (15 U.S.C. 1638(e)(3) and the information required to complete the form, to the extent that Los Medanos College possesses the information.

  • State Grants
    • Cal Grant Programs

      A Cal Grant is money for college that you do not have to pay back.  To qualify for a Cal Grant, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) OR the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by the deadline date; meet eligibility and financial aid requirements, and GPA requirements.

      There are three kinds of Cal Grants - A, B, and C.  Your eligibility will be determined based on your FAFSA OR CADAA, your GPA, and the type of college listed on your FAFSA or CADAA.

      Important: Cal Grant funding is limited to 4 academic years. In order to graduate in 4 years, you must complete 15 units or more per semester or the equivalent quarter units. Create a plan with your academic counselor to ensure you will graduate in four years.

      • General Cal Grant Requirements
        • Be a California Resident
        • Be a U.S. citizen, eligible noncitizen or be exempt from nonresident tuition (AB540)
        • Attend an eligible California college or university
        • Be enrolled at least half time (6 units or more)
        • Meet U.S. Selective Service requirements
        • Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as defined by your school of attendance
        • Not have completed a baccalaureate degree
        • Not be in default on and federal or state education loan or owe a grant refund
      • Cal Grant Competitive and Entitlement Awards

        Cal Grant Competitive and Entitlement Awards


        What is the difference between a Cal Grant Competitive and Cal Grant Entitlement Award?

        Cal Grant A and B Competitive Awards are for students who are not eligible for the Entitlement awards. The main difference is that these awards are not guaranteed.  The award amounts are the same.

         Cal Grant A  Entitlement:

        Who is considered for a High School Entitlement Award?

        • Current High school seniors and last year's high school graduates with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
           

        Cal Grant A Transfer Entitlement:

        • Students who plan to transfer directly from a CA Community College to a 4-year University that offers a bachelor degree in the award year. There cannot be a gap in enrollment between attendance at the California Community college and the 4-Year University.
        • Minimum CCC GPA of 2.4.
        • Students who are under the age of 28 by December 31 of the award year.
          Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements.
        • Students who graduated from a CA high school after June 30, 2000 and were California residents (or if you applied through the Dream Act application, living in California) at the time of high school graduation.
          OR
        • Students that did not graduate from high school, but were a California resident on their 18th birthday (if you applied through the Dream Act application, living in California) on their 18th birthday.
           

        Cal Grant B Entitlement Award:

        • For low income students
        • 2.40 CA community college GPA minimum
        • Students who are under the age of 28 by December 31 of the award year. (Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Award)
        • May be used for a program that is at least one academic year in length resulting in an associate, baccalaureate degree or certificate of at least 24 semester units or the equivalent
          Includes an additional annual Access Award amount (living expenses)
        • Sophomore through Senior years the student will receive tuition and fees plus Access Award at tuition charging institution at a 4-year college/university.
           

        Who is considered for a Cal Grant Competitive Award?

        • Students who are not awarded a Cal Grant Entitlement award.
        • Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements.
        • Students who complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
           

        Cal Grant A Competitive Awards:

        • For low to middle income students
          3.00 GPA minimum
        • May be used for a program that is at least two academic years in length resulting in an associate or baccalaureate degree of 48 semester units or the equivalent
        • Can only be used for tuition and fees
          If awarded while attending a California Community College, it will be held in reserve up to two academic years until student transfers to a 4-year college

        Cal Grant B Competitive Awards:

        • For low income students
          2.00 GPA minimum
        • May be used for a program that is at least one academic year in length resulting in an associate, baccalaureate degree or certificate of at least 24 semester units or the equivalent
          Offers an award amount to assist with tuition and fees, also includes an additional annual Access Award amount (living expenses) at a 4-year college.
        • Sophomore through Senior years the student will receive tuition and fees plus Access Award at tuition charging college (at a 4-year college).
           

        Cal Grant Programs

      • Cal Grant A Award Amounts

        A Cal Grant A will help pay for tuition and fees at a California four-year college.  

         Award Amounts:

        • Up to $12,570 at a University of California (UC) Campus
        • Up to $5,742 at as California State University (CSU)
        • Up to $9,084 at independent colleges
           

        Does not pay at a California Community College (CCC).  If you were awarded a Cal Grant A , your award will be held in CCC reserve status and will be renewed for up to two consecutive years while attending a CCC.  Your funds will become available to you when you transfer, if you meet all the renewal requirements at the time you transfer to an eligible Cal Grant 4-year college.

      • Cal Grant B Award Amounts

        Students may receive up to $1,648 in an academic year.  If you transfer to a four-year college or university, Cal Grant B also helps pay tuition and fees in the same amount as a Cal Grant A, in addition to the $1,648 living allowance.

      • Cal Grant C Award Amounts

        Provides $1,094 for students pursuing a vocational, technical or career education not less than four months in length.  Eligibility limited to the recognized length of the program or two years at full-time equivalent.

      • Cal Grant FAQ

         When do I apply for a Cal Grant?

        March 2: The most important deadline for Cal Grants is March 2. Be sure you submit your FAFSA and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the March 2 Cal Grant application deadline.

        September 2: If you’ll be attending a California Community College in the fall and missed the March 2 deadline, you have a second deadline of September 2. There are only a limited number of awards available for those who apply in the fall, so try to meet the March 2 deadline.

        How do I renew my Cal Grant?

        Cal Grant recipients are eligible for a maximum of four years of Cal Grant eligibility.  Recipients are eligible for renewal if they meet the following conditions:

        • Have all terms satisfied with a payment or another eligible transaction code posted on WebGrants for the previous academic year, such as Leave of Absence.
        • Completed a FAFSA or California Dream Act for the current academic year.
        • Renewal applicants must continue to meet financial eligibility criteria

         How do I check the status of my Cal Grant?

        Go online to WebGrants for Students (WGS).

        WebGrants 4 Students

        Once you have created an account on WGS, students will be able to:

        • Check the status of their Cal Grant
        • Submit a school change
        • Place their Cal Grant on hold 

        Note:
        If you’re not enrolled at least half time for any term, you must request a leave of absence from the Cal Grant program. You are allotted a maximum of 4 semesters/6 quarters (200%) of leave of absence throughout the lifetime of your Cal Grant award. Extensions may be granted for extenuating circumstances for students that submit a Cal Grant Appeal.

        Is their an age limit to the Cal Grant?

        To be eligible for a Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Award, students must be the age of 28 by December 31 of the award year.

        What are the current Cal Grant income and asset ceilings?

        Income and Asset Ceilings

         How many years can you get a Cal Grant?

        As a Cal Grant recipient, you may receive up to the equivalent of four years of full-time grant payments. The duration of your eligibility will be based on your educational level at the time you receive your first Cal Grant payment.

        Important: Cal Grant funding is limited to 4 academic years. In order to graduate in 4 years, you must complete 15 units or more per semester or the equivalent quarter units. Create a plan with your academic counselor to ensure you will graduate in four years.

        If you receive a Cal Grant B, you can use your $1,672 living allowance to help pay for books and other community college costs. (If you do, however, keep in mind that you’ll be using up Cal Grant eligibility and you may want to save some or all if you’re planning to transfer to a four-year college.)

        Can I receive the Cal Grant in the summer semester?

        The Contra Costa Community College does not disburse Cal Grants in the summer term; however other colleges may disburse Cal Grants in the summer term.

        How do I submit a Cal Grant GPA

        College GPAs or community college GPAs may only be calculated for students who have earned or received at least 24 semester units, or its equivalent, regardless of the grade received. 

        LMC will automatically submit an electronic GPA for students who have earned or received at least 24 semester units.

        The majority of high schools in California automatically submit GPA's for graduating seniors.

        Are you wondering if your Cal Grant GPA has been received by the Commission?

        After you have filed a FAFSA or CADAA, you may go on-line and check the status of your Cal Grant application by logging on to WebGrants for Students and creating an account.

        More Cal Grant FAQ's

      • Cal Grant Student With Dependents

        Cal Grant students who have dependent children may be eligible for an access award of up to $6,008 per year.

        The Students with Dependent Children (SWD) Grant increases the Cal Grant award by up to $6,000 for qualifying Cal Grant A recipients,  $6008 for Cal Grant B recipients, and up to $4,000 for Cal Grant C recipients.

        To qualify, the student must have dependent children under 18 years of age for whom they provide more than half of their financial support during the academic year, and certify SWD eligibility through their WebGrants 4 Students Account.

         

         

    • Student Success Completion Grant

      The Student Success Completion Grant (SSCG) is a financial aid program for Cal Grant B and Cal Grant C recipients attending a California Community College full time (12 units or more). Meeting the criteria below does not guarantee a payment. Funding is limited and  awarded on a first-come, first serve basis. Students who receive the award in the Fall semester are not guaranteed funding in the Spring semester.  Priority will be given to students with the highest enrollment in the semester and with the greatest unmet need.

      Eligibility Requirements:

      • Must be a full time student (12 units or more)
      • Must Be a Cal Grant B or C recipient
      • Must have a remaining unmet need
      • Maintain federal Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
      • Be a California resident or exempt from paying nonresident tuition
         

      Award Amounts for the 2023-2024  Academic Year:

      Students enrolled in 12 to 14.99 units:

      • Semester amount: $1,298
      • Annual amount: $2,596
         

      Students enrolled in 15 units or more:

      • Semester amount: $4,000
      • Annual amount: $8,000
         

      Please note,  a student's grant(s) may be reduced in order to not exceed a students unmet need.

      How does a student qualify for the SSCG?

      • The student must be receiving a Cal Grant B or C award
      • The student must maintain federal satisfactory academic progress at the college
         

      Can I receive the SSCG in the summer semester?

      If funding is available after paying the student for fall and and spring, colleges may grant additional awards to students who take a sufficient number of units during the summer term to bring their total number of units to 24 for the academic year.  

    • Chafee Grant

      What is the Chafee Grant?

      Free money for foster youth for college or technical and career training.

      If you are or were in foster care for at least one day, between the ages of 16 and 18 as a dependent or ward of the court and have financial need, you may qualify for up to $5,000 a year for career and technical training or college.

      What are the eligibility requirements?

      • Be a current or former foster youth who was a ward of the court, living in foster care, for at least one day between the ages of 16 and 18.
      • Have not reached your 26th birthday as of July 1st of the award year.
      • Have not participated in the program for more than 5 years (whether or not consecutive).
      • Attending a qualifying institution that is eligible for participation in the Cal Grant Program
      • If you are/were in Kin-GAP, a non-related legal guardianship, or were adopted, you are eligible only if you were a dependent or ward of the court, living in foster care, between the ages of 16 and 18.
         

      How do I apply?

      In order to be considered for a California Chafee Grant, you must complete the following:

      The California Department of Social Services will determine your foster youth eligibility status.

      How do I check the status of my Chafee Grant?

      To check the status, you can go online to WebGrants for Students.

      If I'm awarded a Chafee Grant, what are the requirements to receive funds?

      • Enrolled in 6 units or more at an eligible public or private college or university
      • Enrolled in a program at least once academic year long
        Maintain federal Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
      • Demonstrate financial need
      • The school will verify payment eligibility and disburse funds to you.

      Note, verify that your FAFSA or CADAA and your Chafee Grant both list your current school of attendance, failure to do so will delay the processing of your Chafee Grant.

       

     

  • Scholarships

    LMC Foundation Scholarships

    The LMC Foundation Scholarships are available to currently enrolled LMC students who have completed a minimum of one semester and have established a minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher.  LMC Foundation scholarships are available to both continuing or transferring LMC students.  Scholarship award amounts vary from $100 - $10,000. The LMC Foundation Scholarships will open in November.

    External Scholarships:

    External scholarship opportunities are scholarship opportunities offered by individual donors, businesses, organizations, foundations, etc. These opportunities are not associated with the LMC Foundation Scholarships and students will need to complete a separate application.  External scholarships are offered to both continuing and transferring LMC students.

    Visit the scholarships website 

  • Full-Time Free Tuition Program

    Here's how it works:

    Program requirements have changed beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year (Fall 2023 and Spring 2024):

     

    Students who meet the above  program eligibility requirements will automatically considered for  the program  in the Fall and Spring semester. 

    • Students who have previously received the First-Time Free Tuition Program (FT3) for two academic years are not eligible. 
    • Program does not cover Summer Semester

     

    The Full-Time Free Tuition Program is a two-year program, so you may be eligible to receive free tuition through the end of your second academic year of college. An "academic year" is defined as a fall term followed by a spring term. So, students who begin taking classes in the fall term may be eligible to receive funding for up to four consecutive terms, while students who start in the spring may be eligible for up to three consecutive terms. As long as you meet program  requirements each term, 4CD will automatically enroll you in the program through the end of your second academic year of college.