Applying for financial aid is a key part of the college application process. Make sure you know what to submit and when. All colleges have different financial aid deadlines, so note ours and apply on time to get the maximum aid you are eligible to receive.

Step 1: Complete the 13-14 CSS PROFILE

The CSS PROFILE application allows us to review your eligibility for Oxy need-based scholarships, loans, and work study. Remember to list Occidental College, CSS code #4581. The deadline for this application varies depending on your admission application status:

• Early Decision I by Nov. 15
• Early Decision II by Jan. 2
• Regular Decision by Feb. 1

Step 2: Complete the 13-14 FAFSA by February 1

The FAFSA application allows us to review your eligibility for federal and state financial aid. Remember to list Occidental College, federal school code #001249.

Step 3: Submit Tax Returns & W-2s by April 19

After you and your parent(s) have filed taxes, submit copies to our office. We prefer to receive documents by mail, but you can submit them by fax and email also. Occidental is not part of the Institutional Documentation Service (IDOC). Families must submit paper copies of their tax returns and W-2s directly to the Financial Aid Office.

For CA Residents Only

Cal Grant GPA Verification Form by March 2

All California residents are required to apply for a Cal Grant. You must file the FAFSA and submit the GPA Verification form to the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) by March 2 in order to be considered for a Cal Grant. Some high schools electronically submit this form on behalf of their students. Check with your high school counselor for more information.

 

finaid@oxy.edu | phone: (323) 259-2548 | fax: (323) 341-4961