Who Qualifies for Financial Aid?
To receive aid, you must:
- Prove financial need based on Federal and State guidelines
- Have a high school diploma or GED or pass the Ability to Benefit Test
Note: Students who do not pass the test may also be eligible under certain circumstances
- Be enrolled as a regular student working toward a degree or certificate
- Be a U.S. Citizen or eligible non-citizen
- Be making satisfactory academic progress
How do I apply for Financial Aid?
There are several financial aid programs available to IVC students. Please see the
Financial Aid Programs page for program descriptions.
The FAFSA form is used to determine eligibility for all state and federal financial aid. You must file your FAFSA online at
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov . The website has valuable information including detailed instructions for the form. This is the quickest way to find out if you qualify.
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- The IVC Federal School Code is 025395.
- Before you fill out your form, go to the Before Beginning a FAFSA page for helpful instructions.
- If you have completed a Free Application for Federal Aid, along with your 2010 Federal Tax return. Some students may qualify for a Fee Waiver simply by completing a Board of Governors Fee Waiver. Your 2010 Federal Tax Return will also be needed to determine eligibility off of the Board of Governors Fee Waiver.
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How do I Apply for a Federal Direct Loan?
If you want to apply for a student loan, you must:
- File a FAFSA (see above)
- Have a complete financial aid file
- Be enrolled in at least 6 units
- Complete a Loan Entrance Counseling test online.
- Complete a Master Promissory note online.
- Complete a Federal Direct Loan Request Form.
EOPS Eligibility
If you need to be IMMEDIATELY considered for a fee waiver and/or EOPS eligibility, please bring to the Financial Aid Office:
- All online printouts (Student Aid Report and Confirmation Page) if you have completed a Free Application for Federal Aid
- Your 2010 Federal Tax return
Fee Waiver Eligibility