The Orion

Chico State addresses FAFSA and CADAA delays

Grace Stark, News Editor // February 16, 2024

There may be delays in financial aid distribution due to changes in Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the California Dream Act Application. The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office addressed...

Resources provided for students to tackle FAFSA early

Kimberly Morales // October 16, 2019

Starting Oct. 1, students are now able to apply for financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).The intimidating tedious and stressful process is upon students once again as...

College students lack motivation to apply for scholarships

Karen Limones // January 25, 2018

Many students know that scholarships are essential when it comes to having sufficient funds for college. However, students lack motivation to complete scholarship applications. They no longer seem interested...

Work study program needs help

Megan Mann // January 28, 2015

The Financial Aid and Scholarship Office fails to provide students with enough information and guidance about the program.

Federal aid application now recognizes same-sex parents

Enrique Raymundo // February 4, 2014

Students parented by same-sex couples can now list both parents in their 2014-15 financial aid application