We're Here to Help You Pay for College!

The Financial Aid Office at San Bernardino Valley college is here to support you with applyng for and receiving finanaicl aid. Our goal is to help students with limited resources meet their educational expenses. By evaluating student's finances we're able to distribute limited resources fairly and equitably.

Contact the Financial Aid Office

(909) 384-4403
faid@valleycollege.edu
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Office Hours
Mondays & Thursdays: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 8:00am - 7:00pm 
Friday: 8:00am - 2:30pm

Computer Lab Hours
Monday 11:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 11:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 2:30pm

Closed December 23, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Resume regular office hours on January 2, 2025.

How to Get Financial Aid

Dates & Deadlines

Looking for help to pay for college? We're here to help you through the process!

Apply for Financial Aid

To Apply for Financial Aid, you will either complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (for Dreamer Students).
Steps to Apply

After You Apply

After you apply, you may be required to complete some additional tasks to complete the application. You can view your status at any time using SelfService.
Financial Aid Application Status

Receiving Your Financial Aid

Your financial aid award will be dispursed electronically. The disbursement schedule will vary depending on the award type(s) you are receiving.
Learn More About Disbursement

Financial Aid Programs

We offer financial aid programs to all students:

California College Promise Grant

The CA College Promise Grant waives enrollment fees for eligible students.

Grants

A grant is money that you don't need to pay back. SBVC offers a variety of grants.

Work-study

Earn a portion of your college expenses through part-time employment during the school year.

Scholarships

The SBVC Foundation Scholarships provides awards every year exclusively to SBVC Students.

Loans

A student loan is money that you borrow but must pay back.

Learn More About Types of Aid Programs

 

Get Help From the Financial Aid Office

 

Skip the Line!

Watch the short video clips available on Financial Aid TV which provides answers to the most common financial aid questions.

Financial Aid TV