FAFSA/CADAA Completion Workshops
We offer Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) workshops to support new and continuing students with completing their financial aid applications. Students and parent are invited to join us in person or via Zoom for one-on-one help from our financial aid team. No registration is required.
The priority deadline to apply for financial aid is March 2, 2026. Students are strongly encouraged to apply early and by the deadline to be considered for the maximum amount of financial aid, as some funds are limited and may run out.
Missed the March 2 deadline? You can still apply for financial aid and be eligible for all types of assistance. It's never too late
to apply! Apply now!
If you are a local San Luis Obispo high school: If your high school would like a Financial Aid representative to visit and present to your students, or if you’re interested in hosting a Financial Aid Workshop, please complete our Outreach Request Form and email it to us at finaid@cuesta.edu. We look forward to partnering with you to support your students in understanding their financial aid options.
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 Thursday |
9-11 am. | Cafeteria |
| 5/7/2026 Thursday |
11-2 pm. | Food Truck Courtyard (by Student Success Center) |
| 5/7/2026 Thursday |
2-3 pm. | ZOOM - Join here |
| 5/11/2026 Monday |
5-7 pm | Student Success Center Room 3300-3400 Lobby |
| 5/12/2026 Tuesday |
5-7 pm | Student Success Center Room 3300-3400 Lobby |
| 5/14/2026 Thursday |
9-11 am. | Cafeteria |
| 5/21/2026 Thursday |
1-2 pm. | Food Truck Courtyard (by Student Success Center) |
| 5/21/2026 Thursday |
2-3 pm. | ZOOM - Join here |
| 5/28/2026 Thursday |
9-11 am. | Cafeteria |
Cash For College Workshops
Starting October 1 through June 30, students and families can attend FREE Cash for College workshops across California for help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) and Chafee Grant for Foster Youth applications.
Our mission is to help low-income and first generation college-goers complete the application process so they can access financial aid for education and career/technical training beyond high school. Learn more about Cash For College: https://cash4college.csac.ca.gov/.