Welcome to Financial Aid
The purpose of the Financial Aid Office at Cuesta College is to provide financial aid assistance and eligibility awareness to all current and prospective students as they pursue their educational goals.
Paying for the cost of a college education requires a partnership among parents, students, and the college. As the cost of higher education continues to rise, we want you to know that Cuesta College offers a full array of financial aid programs. These programs are available to both full and part-time students who are seeking a degree or certificate. For those who qualify, financial aid is available to help with tuition, fees, books and supplies.
News and Announcements
- FAFSA/CSAC (CAL GRANT) Priority Deadline extended from March 3, to April 2, 2025
- You can still submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application
- Disbursements: We disburse aid on Tuesday of every week -- with the exception school closures and federal holidays that land on a Tuesday. Aid is not distributed the weeks of Spring Break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
- *The Cuesta College Scholarship Application deadline for the 2025-2026 academic year has been extended to align with the Cal Grant Priority deadline of April 2, 2025. Be sure submit your application by April 2, 2025.
Important Dates
- Fall 2024 SAP Appeal Deadline: November 27, 2024
- Spring 2025 SAP Appeal Deadline: May 9, 2025
- Summer 2025 SAP Appeal Deadline: June 27, 2025
- The deadline to submit 2024-2025 verification documentation to determine eligibility is Friday July 25, 2025
Last Updated by the Financial Aid Office on 02/26/2025.
