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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Financial aid office located in the Student Services Center, Room 250. Photo Credit: Shane Aweeka

FAFSA submission shrouded with unprecedented levels of difficulty

Shane Aweeka, Reporter // May 9, 2024

Students rushed to submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid applications on May 2 for the 2024-2025 academic year’s priority deadline. The process leading up to this deadline was fraught...

The flagpole at Chico State in front of Kendall Hall

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...

Students have become discouraged to apply for scholarships. Image screenshot from video.

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.
Kentiner David, assistant director of the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office, explains that changes to FAFSA may not benefit some students.Photo credit: Enrique Raymundo

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
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