FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS

To apply for all financial aid programs listed, start by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

BOG (Board of Governors Fee Waivers)

Federal Pell Grants

SEOG (Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants)

Cal Grants

BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs) Grants

Federal Work-Study Awards

ACG (Academic Competitiveness Grants)

Federal Stafford Loans

Scholarships

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS/SERVICES AVAILABLE (click on a link below for more information)

Veterans' Services  The Veterans' staff at CR assists eligible veterans and their dependents in applying for educational benefits through the Veterans' Administration. 

• To apply: contact the Veterans Affairs Office, or the nearest County Veterans ' Service Office.
• Recently discharged veterans (within the past two years) may be eligible for priority registration.  Bring a copy of your DD-214 to the Veterans Affairs Office on your campus to determine if you are eligible.
• The Veterans Administration Education Service maintains is a "One Stop" website that has links to just about everything of interest to veterans atwww.gibill.va.gov

EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services)  This is a state funded program.

• To apply: Contact the EOPS Office at College of the Redwoods by dialing 707-476-4270. They will provide you with information about the program and give you the necessary application forms.

CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resource for Education)  This is a state funded program which provides child care subsidies. Funds are administered by the EOPS office.

• To apply: Contact the EOPS office at College of the Redwoods. They will provide you with information about the program and give you the necessary application forms.

BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)  Grants are available to qualified Native American students through Tribal or federal BIA funding.

• To apply: Contact your tribal office or the BIA for application forms. In addition, you must complete the FAFSA.