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College costs and scholarships

Compare scholarship and student-aid starting points, including California Dream Act resources.

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  • California Student Aid Commission

    Find California student financial aid information, including California Dream Act Application resources.

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    California · Information or service finder · source checked October 20, 2026

  • USAGov education resources

    Find education information, including financial aid, libraries, early intervention and special education.

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    United States · Information or service finder · source checked October 20, 2026

  • TheDream.US

    Scholarship information for eligible undocumented students pursuing college.

    Limit: Not offered to undocumented students in California or Washington.

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    United States · participating colleges · not offered in California or Washington · Organization or resource · source checked October 21, 2026

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  2. What are the current deadlines and total costs?
  3. Can I get language assistance or an accessible appointment?
  4. What documents are needed, and are alternatives accepted?
  5. If you cannot help, which local organization should I try next?

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