Each spring semester, students across the Peralta Community College District begin preparing for what comes next. For many, this includes applying for financial aid for the upcoming academic year, awaiting transfer decisions, and preparing for graduation, all while managing final exams. It’s a busy and often demanding time, requiring focus, patience, and careful planning. To those preparing to graduate, transfer, or both, congratulations on reaching this milestone.
The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now open!
The 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open. We encourage all Peralta Community College Students to fill out the FAFSA.
The FAFSA Form qualifies students for most types of financial aid available including the California College Promise Grant (aka Board of Governors Fee Waiver), Federal Pell Grant, and California State Grant.
The 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open.
The FAFSA Form qualifies students for most types of financial aid available including the California College Promise Grant (aka BOG Fee Waiver), Federal Pell Grant, and California State Grant.
