Throughout the semester, the financial aid office offers a variety of workshops to assist students. The purpose of these workshops is to inform students about the various financial aid programs offered and to assist with processes such as SAP and applying for financial aid in general. Unless otherwise stated, no RSVPs are required for financial aid workshops. 

For the latest updates, view the "workshops and events" tab or check out our Instagram page ccsf_fa

SAP Information Sessions

The purpose of this session is to help you better understand the SAP policies and processes, as well as to get your specific questions answered. The session will cover understanding the SAP (satisfactory academic progress) requirements, the importance of maintaining eligibly for financial aid, financial aid SAP calculations, and how to submit an appeal.

*These informational sessions are NOT the same as the SAP workshop required for the SAP appeal

Cal Grant Workshops

The Cal Grant workshop is designed to provide a detailed overview of one of the biggest grants offered at CCSF. In this workshop, you'll get your questions answered including, how the Cal Grant works, eligibility requirements, the difference between Cal A, B and C, and more!

Apply for CADAA

Apply for FAFSA

Contributors who do not have a Social Security Number

Step 1: An individual should visit StudentAid.gov, select “Create Account” and complete all steps, including answering 1-4 knowledge-based verification questions via TransUnion®.

Step 2: Upon completing the Create Account process, the individual will see a confirmation page with the results of their identity verification. If they failed the TransUnion® process, the individual will be informed that FSA was unable to verify their information and that they must contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) at 1-800-433-3243.

Note: The individual will also receive an email from FSA informing them to call FSAIC for next steps and verify their identity.

Step 3: Once the individual contacts FSAIC, FSA will create a case number and send them a verification email, which will include guidance on how to submit copies of unexpired acceptable documentation (listed below) to verify their identity. Individuals will also be required to submit an attestation and validation of identity form along with their approved identity documentation. This form will be available on https://studentaid.gov/forms-library.

Acceptable Documentation to Establish Identity

• US driver's license or ID
• Valid Foreign Passport

or

• Municipal ID Cards and a utility bill
• Community ID and a utility bill
• Consular ID/Matricula ID and utility bill

Step 4: Upon receipt of the email that FSA was unable to verify their identity, an individual is then required to submit one or a combination of their acceptable documentation from the list above and a signed attestation form to: [email protected].

Step 5: FSA will review an individual’s submitted documentation and signed attestation form to ensure it is acceptable and matches the account information provided during the Create Account process. If there is a successful match, the Department will finalize the account creation. The individual will receive an email indicating their identity has been verified and that they may now use their account username and password (FSA ID) to log in at StudentAid.gov and complete applications for student financial assistance programs.

All Students are strongly encouraged to sign up for Direct Deposit.

Once you set up Direct Deposit, your disbursements will automatically be deposited into your bank account. Direct Deposit is faster, reliable, and more secure than waiting for a paper check in the mail. Additionally, there are no fees from CCSF for using Direct Deposit.

Enroll today by following these steps:

Direct Deposit Steps

If you receive a refund, it will be processed according to your refund selection.

The SEFA Student Emergency Fund Application will open on September 8, 2026. 

Visit the Student Emergency Fund Application page for more information.