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Upcoming Workshops and Webinars

Upcoming Workshops and Webinars

Financing Your UC Education

Considering a University of California campus? Students and families are invited to an online webinar about financing a UC education. Choose the session that works best for you.

Thursday, October 22, 2026
Online | All times Pacific

Register: Noon–1 p.m.
Register: 6–7 p.m.

Questions? Contact oep@ucop.edu.

Financial Aid 101: Learn About Paying for College

Wondering what financial aid is available and how to apply? The California Student Aid Commission is hosting a free, one-hour webinar covering financial aid options and the application process. Open to students of all grade levels and their families.

October 28, 2026 | Online | 6–7 p.m.

Register for October 28

Cash for College: Financial Aid Application Help

Working on your FAFSA or California Dream Act Application? Join a virtual workshop hosted by Sacramento Cal-SOAP for help completing your application and answers to your questions. Students and families are welcome.

Virtual sessions | 6–8 p.m.

December 1, 2026: Join December 1 on Zoom

December 10, 2026: Join December 10 on Zoom

January 21, 2027: Join January 21 on Zoom


Financial Aid Resources

Financial Aid Resources

FAFSA Quick Start Sheet

Before you begin your FAFSA, use this checklist to learn how to create your StudentAid.gov account and what information to have ready.

View the Quick Start Sheet (PDF)

FAFSA Guide

Have questions while filling out the FAFSA? This guide walks you through the application and helps explain how to answer the questions.

View the FAFSA Guide

10 Tips on Financial Aid at UC

Considering a UC campus? Explore information about college costs and financial aid to help you understand your options for paying for a UC education.

Read UC’s 10 Financial Aid Tips

How Much Is UC Going to Cost?

Learn about UC tuition and financial aid options. Watch the video for an introduction, then explore UC’s website for more information about paying for college.

Watch the UC Financial Aid Video

Explore UC Tuition & Financial Aid

FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps you apply for grants, work-study, and student loans to pay for college or career school.


California Dream Act Application

The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) helps eligible undocumented students and other qualifying students apply for California state and college financial aid. If you’re unsure which application to use, I can help you find out.