Unfortunately, college nowadays is crazy expensive. Tuition is absolutely insane! Thankfully, financial aid is always there to help – at least, if you get everything done on time! Follow this ultimate guide so that you don’t miss a step in your Cal Poly financial aid process.
Most importantly, you have to submit the FAFSA before March 1st to be considered for priority aid. If you’re a new student applying for the Cal Grant, you also need to submit a GPA Verification Form by March 2nd.
Cal Poly has a walk-in service which is super helpful if you’re nearby. A face-to-face appointment really ensures that you’re on track with the process! If you’re not near campus, you can also contact the Cal Poly financial aid office by phone Monday-Thursday at 805-756-2927, or by e-mail at financialaid@calpoly.edu.
Cal Poly requires that you submit the FAFSA, and if you aren’t eligible to do so, that you instead submit the California Dream Act Application. You will also need your parents’ 2015 tax return and income information on hand as well as your own. If you’re interested in applying for the Cal Grant, you can do so here.
Follow this page on Cal Poly’s site to make sure you complete all of the instructions and requirements necessary to be eligible for financial aid!
You will be able to see your financial aid award on your MyCalPoly portal under the “Money Matters” tab.
Financial aid is awarded beginning in April! Make sure you accept all awards given to you in order to secure your financial aid.
To secure your spot in the freshmen class, make sure you send in any deposits or enrollment fees that the university asks you to!
A detailed breakdown of Cal Poly’s cost of attendance is available here.
If you’re an out-of-state student, Cal Poly is about $37,308/year. For in-state students, it’s about $26,148/year. An in-state student’s cost of attendance is broken down like this:
About 50% of Cal Poly students get financial aid. About 41% get grants, which averages out to around $6583 a student.
Under special circumstances, you can appeal your financial aid decision. It can be reviewed if there’s a severe and sudden income loss or tragedy in your family. To begin the appeal process, you can fill out a Change of Income form or contact Cal Poly directly.
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