Applying for Financial Aid

Complete the FAFSA

Domestic students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online.

New students applying for scholarships must have completed admissions requirements and filed a FAFSA by the application deadlines; students who miss the priority deadlines will be considered as possible.

Continuing students should file their FAFSA by the priority deadline of March 1 each year.

List ArtCenter as a Recipient

ArtCenter's school code is 001116. 

Cal Grants for California Residents

New Cal Grant applicants only: Submit a GPA Verification Form to the California Student Aid Commission by March 2. Forms may be obtained at csac.ca.gov and should be certified by the registrar at your current school.

Additional information

Respond promptly to requests for additional information sent to you by the Financial Aid Office. Any delays may affect disbursement of your financial aid.

Once you have submitted your FAFSA, the Financial Aid Office will be able to consider your eligibility for programs such as the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Work Study, Federal Stafford Loans and ArtCenter scholarships.

 The Financial Aid office will notify you of your aid after your acceptance into ArtCenter.

Continuing students must submit their FAFSA each year in order to maintain their eligibility for all types of financial aid.