Cash for College Workshops

Free workshops to help you maximize your financial aid

Financial Aid Application Workshops

The North Coast Cal-SOAP Consortium sponsors a series of FREE workshops where financial aid experts will be available to assist students with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), CA Dream Act for Eligible AB 540 students, and Chafee Grant for foster youth applications.

What To Bring

Social Security number (if you have one)
Your FSA ID information
2021 income & tax information for you & your parent
Driver’s license, if you have one
List of colleges you are interested in attending
Any records of untaxed income such as child support payments, payments to/from retirement accounts, combat pay, short-term disability, or workers compensation

Top 5 Things To Maximize Your Aid

Submit Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov between Oct.1 – March 2.
AB 540 students complete the free, secure online CA Dream Act Application at www.caldreamact.org between Oct. 1- March 2.
Confirm that your high school submits your verified GPA for the Cal Grant program by March 2.
Apply for national & local scholarships. Check out free searches online and see your school counselor for help.
Talk to your family about paying for college. Tell them they can assist you just by helping you complete the FAFSA or CA Dream Act application.

Workshop Schedule

September 15, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - McKinleyville High School
8:30 am - 3:30 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at McKinleyville High School on Thursday, September 15th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 16, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - McKinleyville High School
8:30 am - 3:30 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at McKinleyville High School on Friday, September 16th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 19, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - South Fork High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at South Fork High School on Monday, September 19th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 20, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Ferndale High School
10:13 am - 1:27 pm
This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Ferndale High School on Tuesday, September 20th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.
FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Zoe Barnum
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place at Zoe Barnum High School on Tuesday, September 20th during Back to School Night.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors and families who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors and parents should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 21, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Eureka High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Eureka High School on Wednesday, September 21st.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 22, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Eureka High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Eureka High School on Thursday, September 22nd.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 26, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Arcata High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Arcata High School on Monday, September 26th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 27, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Arcata High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Arcata High School on Tuesday, September 27th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

September 28, 2022

FAFSA Preparation Workshop - Fortuna High School
8:20 am - 9:10 am

This FAFSA Preparation Workshop will take place in senior classes at Fortuna High School on Wednesday, September 28th.

This workshop is intended to assist seniors who plan to complete the FAFSA with the creation of their FSA IDs. The FSA ID serves as the legal, electronic signature for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Seniors should come prepared with their social security number if they have one. Students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA and who will complete the CADAA (California Dream Act Application) instead do not need to create an FSA ID.

October 3, 2022

In-class Workshop - Ferndale High School
10:13 am - 1:27 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Ferndale High School on Monday, October 3rd.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one o four $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 4, 2022

In-class Workshop - Eureka High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Eureka High School on Tuesday, October 4th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 5, 2022

In-class Workshop - Eureka High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Eureka High School on Wednesday, October 5th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 6, 2022

Cash for College - Eureka High School
4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Eureka High School on Thursday, October 6th.
Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.
Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 11, 2022

In-class Workshop - McKinleyville High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at McKinleyville High School on Tuesday, October 11th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration

October 12, 2022

In-class Workshop - McKinleyville High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at McKinleyville High School on Wednesday, October 12th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 13, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Ferndale High School
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Ferndale High School on Thursday, October 13th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 17, 2022

In-class Workshop - Arcata High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Arcata High School on Monday, October 17th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 18, 2022

In-class Workshop - Arcata High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Arcata High School on Tuesday, October 18th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 19, 2022

In-class Workshop - Arcata High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Arcata High School on Wednesday, October 19th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 20, 2022

In-class Workshop - Fortuna High School
8:20 am - 9:10 am
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Fortuna High School on Thursday, October 20th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 24, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Fortuna High School
3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Fortuna High School on Monday, October 24th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 25, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - McKinleyville High School
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at McKinleyville High School on Tuesday, October 25th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

October 27, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Arcata High School
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Arcata High School on Thursday, October 27th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

November 2, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Academy of the Redwoods
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take placeat Academy of the Redwoods on Wednesday, November 2nd.

Seniors should come prepared to work on theirfinancial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (forFAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's FinancialAid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they completetheir FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify studentsto be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after theMarch 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grantconsideration.

November 9, 2022

In-class Workshop - Zoe Barnum
1:52 pm - 2:39 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at Zoe Barnum High School on Wednesday, November 9th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

November 10, 2022

In-class Workshop - South Fork High School
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
This Financial Aid Application Workshop will take place in senior English classes at South Fork High School on Thursday, November 10th.

Seniors should come prepared to begin their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students as they begin their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

November 15, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Alder Grove Charter
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Alder Grove Charter School on Tuesday, November 15th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

November 16, 2022

Cash for College Workshop - Six Rivers Charter
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Six Rivers Charter High School on Wednesday, November 16th.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.

January 31, 2023

Cash for College Workshop - Zoe Barnum High School
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
This Cash for College Workshop will take place at Zoe Barnum High School on Tuesday, January 31st.

Seniors should come prepared to work on their financial aid applications with their FSA IDs and social security numbers (for FAFSA filers). Financial aid experts from CR and Cal Poly Humboldt's Financial Aid Offices will be available to support students and parents as they complete their FAFSA or CADAA and to answer any questions they may have.

Participation in the workshop will qualify students to be entered into a drawing for one of our $1,000 Cal-SOAP College Success Scholarships. Scholarship selection will take place after the March 2nd FAFSA/CADAA submission deadline for priority Cal Grant consideration.