Update: March 26, 2024
Dear 12th Grade Parent or Guardian,
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) determines a student’s eligibility for financial aid to assist with a student’s attendance at a college or career school. California Education Code (CEC) § 51225.7 and Board Policy 6146.1 requires each 12th-grade student complete and submit the FAFSA or CADAA, unless the student is determined to be exempt, or an opt-out form is completed.
The Financial Aid Application deadline has been extended from April 2, 2024, to May 2, 2024. This extension was as a result of the passing of Assembly Bill 1887, which was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on March 25, 2024. This bill takes effect immediately.
Updated Parent Notification Letter: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
SAUSD FAFSA/CADAA Opt-Out: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
How to Submit the 2024-25 FAFSA Form if The Contributor Doesn’t Have a Social Security number (SSN): English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID Tutorial - English and Spanish
If you have any questions, please reach out to your student's school counselor or higher education coordinator.
January 8, 2024
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) determines a student’s eligibility for financial aid to assist with a student’s attendance at a college or career school. California Education Code (CEC) § 51225.7 requires each 12th-grade student complete and submit the FAFSA or CADAA, unless the student is determined to be exempt, or an opt-out form is completed.
In addition, completion of a Financial Aid application is necessary in order to qualify for federal student aid such as grants, work study, and loans. Many states and colleges use the FAFSA information to determine eligibility for state and school financial aid. Students who were brought to the United States under the age of 16 without proper visas/immigration documentation can apply for financial aid by completing the CADAA by April 2, 2024.
To learn more, please click on the documents and resources below:
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FAFSA/CADAA Parent/Guardian Letter - English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
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FAQs about the FAFSA and CADAA: English, Spanish, and Vietnamese
All seniors must complete the FAFSA/CADAA or submit the signed SAUSD FAFSA/CADAA Opt-Out Form by April 2, 2024. Seniors can opt-out on their own if they are an emancipated minor or 18 years or older.
For guidance on completing the FAFSA or CADAA, please click on the College and Career Readiness webpage : https://www.sausd.us/Page/51854
If you have any questions, please reach out to your student's school counselor or higher education coordinator.
