Our technical difficulties have been resolved. Last week’s financial aid disbursement is currently being processed, and refunds will be available this week. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Recently, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) called for a pause on federal loan and grant programs. The OMB confirmed later that that pause was not intended to affect student financial aid like the Pell Grant or Direct Loans programs. A lawsuit was filed and an injunction was put into place, and the executive branch has since rescinded the order to pause all funding. Our expectation as of 1/30/25 is that federal student financial aid will continue to be available as usual going forward. If there are any changes to this, we will send an email notification to all affected students.
Financial Aid will open Wednesday, Jan. 29th at 9:30am.
Financial Aid will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 11th, 2025 for training.
There will be no phone or window services.
College is Within Your Reach!
Congratulations on your decision to attend Solano College! The first step in paying for college is to submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or the CADAA (California Dream Act Application). You do not need to demonstrate financial need to apply and you may be surprised to find out that you qualify for aid regardless of your status.
From fee waivers to Federal and State cash aid, Solano College is committed to removing financial barriers and to make college affordable for ALL!
If you are a student from a mixed status family (i.e. one of the people whose data you would include on the FAFSA is undocumented), you should read this resource from the California Student Aid Commission about your financial aid options in 2025-26.Â
Looking for support beyond financial aid? Check out the Public Benefit Finder for California Students!
Wonder how much will it cost you to support yourself while attending Solano Community College?
Check out our Net Price Calculator!
Frequently Asked Questions and Resources
·  How to apply
· Eligibility
· Cost of Attendance
· Forms
· Submitting Forms
· Processing Timelines
Solano Community College has partnered with BankMobile to provide students with options for their financial aid refunds. You must choose a refund preference to receive your financial aid in a timely manner! For more information about BankMobile, visit this link: http://bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoices
Types of Aid Available
The Solano Promise Program is a financial aid program created by California state law AB 19 and Solano Community College for students who are California residents and are in their first or second year of college. The Solano Promise Program helps eligible students with enrollment fees, parking permits, and $200 in cash aid to help pay for books.
Grants are free money to help you pay for college. They are often do not have to repaid.
There are a variety of federal and state grants available, each with different eligibility requirements. The grants you are eligible to receive will be determined by your FAFSA or Dream Act application.
Specific federal and state financial aid programs available at Solano Community College include the following:
Solano Community College participates in the U.S. Department of Education Federal Direct Loan Program:
Direct Subsidized Loans – are need-based loans for students, as determined by federal regulations. Direct Subsidized Loans are available to undergraduate students with financial need. Your school determines the amount you can borrow, and the amount may not exceed your financial need.
Scholarships are money that you do not have to pay back. Many scholarships are based off academic merit or other achievements, while some are also need-based. Unlike other aid programs, scholarships are not based on the FAFSA.
What is Financial Aid?
Financial Aid Assistance
How can we help you?
Contact Us Today!
On August 16th, phone hours will be available from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm.
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Financial Aid Assistance
How can we help you?
Contact Us Today!
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