Types of Financial Aid
A grant is money that you dont need to pay back. SBVC offers a variety of grants.
- Cal Grant B: This grant provides a living allowance for very low-income students. Cal Grant B awards at SBVC are currently $1,648 per school year for full-time students. The Cal Grant B is renewable for up to four years of full-time enrollment. Selection for the Cal Grant B is based upon having a minimum 2.00 grade point average and a composite score that takes into consideration family income, parents' educational level, single-parent household status and time out of high school. In order to apply for the Cal Grant, both a FAFSA or California Dream Act application and a GPA Verification form are required. SBVC automatically reports grade point average information for students who have completed at least 16.0 degree applicable units with a 2.00 or greater. The Cal Grant deadline for community college students is March 2 or September 2 of each academic year.
- Cal Grant C: Cal Grant C awards assist students in occupational or vocational programs with school expenses related to the program of study. The full-time, full-year Cal Grant C award is $1094. Funding is available for up to two years of full-time study in a vocational program. Verification of enrollment in a vocational program will be required to receive funds. To apply, file a FAFSA or California Dream Act application indicating the intent to pursue a vocational program of study and complete the Cal Grant C Supplement application that will be sent directly from the California Student Aid Commission. The Cal Grant deadline for community college students is March 2 or September 2 of each academic year.
The Student Success Completion Grant pays Cal Grant recipients enrolled in at least 12 but fewer than 15 semester units $1298 per semester. Cal Grant recipients enrolled in 15 or more semester units may receive $4,000 per semester.
The maximum annual award for the Student Success Completion Grant is $8000.00. Due to limited funding, the Student Success Completion Grant is refunded on a first come first serve basis. Receiving a SSCG award does not guarantee a refund. Funds are limited!
To be eligible for the Student Success Completion Grant, a student:
- Must have financial need
- Must be receiving the Cal Grant B or C (Fall/Spring)
- Must be enrolled in at least 12 units during a primary semester (Fall/Spring)
- Must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress
- Must be a California resident or is exempt from paying nonresident tuition
- Meeting the criteria above does not guarantee a payment, remember, funding is limited and is refunded on a first come first serve basis.
There is no application to apply, as long as you were awarded a Cal Grant B or C, you will be awarded the SSCG. Reminder, funding is limited and is refunded on a first come first serve basis.
California College Promise Grant
Watch: What is the California College Promise Grant?The California College Promise Grant waives enrollment fees for eligible students. This grant does not cover mandatory SBVC Campus Fees, student is responsible for paying these fees.
- CCPG A: For students and/or a student's parent who are currently receiving some form of public assistance (AFDC, TANF, CalWORKs, SSI, and General Assistance). Proof of benefits received dated within the last 60 days may be submitted after submitting the FAFSA or California Dream Act application online, to be considered for a CA College Promise Grant A.
- CCPG B: Based upon current household size and total 2021 income for the student and/or student's parent(s). Income standards are provided by the state Chancellor's Office. Proof of total 2021 income may be required. A CCPG B may be awarded based upon the income and household size information provided on the FAFSA or California Dream Act application.
- CCPG C: Must demonstrate at least $1,104.00 worth of financial need in order to qualify.
Family Size 2020 Base Year Income
- $19,320.00
- $26,130.00
- $32,940.00
- $39,750.00
- $46,560.00
- $53,370.00
- $60,180.00
- $66,990.00
Each additional Family Member: Add $6,810
Federal Work-Study
Watch: What is Federal Work Study?This program allows students the opportunity to earn a portion of their college expenses through part-time employment during the school year. Students are paid once per month and earn the current state minimum wage.
Employment opportunities are available in many different departments and offices, most of which are on campus. Every effort is made to place a student in a job related to their academic area of interest. Funds are not received unless the student works and earns them. SBVC receives a limited amount of Federal Work-Study funds from the federal government, so awards are not guaranteed.
If you are interested in the Federal Work-Study program, please contact the Financial Aid Office to determine if you meet eligibility. If determined eligible, after you have been awarded a Federal Work-Study award, you may apply for a position online at https://sbccd.org/careers
When you receive a student loan, you are borrowing money to attend college and are responsible for repaying that loan plus interest and fees.
Students may also go to www.studentaid.gov for a listing of other federal student financial aid they may qualify for before applying for a Federal Direct Student Loan.