Apply for Financial Aid
Determine which application to fill out
If you are a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen, permanent resident or an asylee, T visa holder, parolee, or refugee, you may qualify for both federal and state aid. You should complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
If you are not a citizen or one of the other categories previously listed, but you qualify for the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption as an AB 540 student, you may qualify for state aid. You can complete a California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
5 Easy Steps to Apply for Financial Aid
1. Apply Online
Students should complete the FAFSA or CADAA and include the East Los Angeles College school code, FAFSA: 001222 / Dream Act: 022260. Additional LACCD college codes are available at the LACCD Financial Aid Homepage.
You will receive an email to your LACCD account after the college receives your application.
2. View your To-Do List
In your Student Portal, check your “To-Do list” for any items that may be required to process your application.
3. Submit Forms Online
You can complete tasks, upload documents, and electronically sign your forms online. All documents must be completed before your file can be reviewed.
4. Select Your Refund Preference
Select how you want your funds delivered at BankMobile Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc. You will receive instructions in your LACCD email once you enroll in at least one class. This is a one-time only process.
5. View Your Awards
Check your award status in your Student Portal.