Pay for College

Scholarships

WESTOP TRiO Achievers Scholarship: for current and former graduates from UB @ CR worth $500 each. Due March 27, 2009.

College Access Scholarship: for 2009 graduates.

Humboldt Area Foundation: Many scholarships with one application.  Due March 2, 2009.


Finding ways to pay for college takes work but the good news is that money is available for most people who apply for financial aid.  Here is a list of websites with useful information on financial aid and resources for paying for college.

CSU Mentor's Financial Aid Page: This page lists links to resources on financial aid planning.

University of California:The high cost of attending a UC can make them seem too expensive to attend.  Go to this site to learn about the financial aid resources that are available to UC students...you may find that a UC education is very affordable.

CaliforniaColleges.edu Finance Page:  This page covers financial aid very thoroughly; from explaining what financial aid is to sources for paying for college. 

FinAid (http://www.finaid.org/):  The "SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid" has answers to most questions students have about financial aid.  Read about Scholarships, Loans, and applying for financial aid.

FAFSA:  If you are ready to apply for financial aid, this is the place to go.  

EDFUND:  This site offers additional information and resources for students and their parents.

Your Academic Advisor can connect you with scholarship opportunities throughout the year,

For more information, call (707) 476-4277 or toll free at (800) 641-0400 ext. 4277,
or email shannon-walkley@redwoods.edu
Last Updated 4.29.09