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How to Apply for Financial Aid

Step 1

Review ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ’s financial aid important dates and deadlines, as some types of aid may require you to apply to ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ and file the FAFSA by a certain date. Financial aid doesn't have to be confusing. Do not hesitate to contact us with your questions.

Step 2

Complete your FAFSA online at  by March 2 to be eligible for the most state, federal, and institutional aid available. Although March 2 is our priority deadline, students can file a FAFSA anytime during the academic year.

• ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ’s federal code is 001262.  
• Undocumented students should complete the
• Use your legal name on all documents.
• Institutional academic scholarships do not require a FAFSA to be filed.
• We highly recommend all students file a FAFSA.

Step 3

If you are a California resident, submit your GPA Verification Form (required for Cal Grant).

• Check with your high school, as most schools can send your GPA information electronically.
• The GPA Verification Form must be submitted by March 2.
• You do not need to complete this form if you received a Cal Grant last year.

Step 4

Estimated Financial Aid Award Letters are sent out in mid-March. The Estimated Award Letter includes  as well as the estimated awards for the coming year. Incoming students will receive their first award letter via mail; all other students will receive award letter via email.

• If you feel the Estimated Award Letter is missing awards, please contact the Student Financial Services Office at sfs@pointloma.edu. We are happy to help!
• Your Estimated Award Letter is subject to change if your FAFSA was incomplete or incorrect; school housing, attendance, or enrollment status changes; or we are notified you are receiving awards not accounted for previously.
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Step 5

Review your account and complete any additional paperwork that is requested by the Student Financial Services office. Be sure to check your ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ email, as most communication will be via your ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ email address.

• Those who were selected for verification must turn in all needed documents by the due date indicated on your Missing Information Letter.
• ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ offers payment plans for those who would like to use one.
• To discover your eligibility for financial aid and estimate possible out-of-pocket expenses, use the Net Price Calculator. We hope you will see that an education at ¹ú²ú͵ÅÄ is affordable and worth the investment.