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High School Students

 

For high school seniors attending IVC during Summer 2025 or Fall 2025 ONLY!

Financial aid is NOT applicable to dual enrollment or concurrently enrolled high school students.

Financial Aid Process at IVC

Step 1: Complete the FAFSA or Dream Act

Step 2: Check WebSTAR (student portal) and IVC Student Email (outlook.com) to view pending student requirements.Click here for instructions on how to find student requirements.

Step 3: If needed, submit the required documents. Click here for instructions on how to submit documentation.

Step 4: Once awarded, create an account with BankMobile to receive your funds!

Federal regulations require you to provide an unexpired, government-issued photo ID to discuss any income information provided on your FAFSA

Additional Important Information:

  •     Enrollment fee waivers are posted automatically if you are eligible for the California College Promise Grant.
  •     If you receive a Cal Grant email, log in to https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/ to report your college of attendance and verify your high school graduation date.
  •     If your file is complete and you're eligible, you will receive an email in Spring to view your award offer on WebSTAR.
  •     You must declare an eligible major –  financial aid only pays for courses required for your chosen program of study.
  •     You must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to remain eligible for financial aid.
  •     IVC does not participate in the Federal Student Loan programs.

Summer Financial Aid:

  •     If you attend IVC Summer 2025, please complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA

Please contact our Financial Aid Office if:

  •     Your FAFSA information has been rejected.
  •     You have questions about your awards or why you were determined ineligible.

We Are Here to Help!

Office Hours:Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pmEmail: contact.finaid@imperial.edu (please include IVCs student ID number)

Phone: 760-355-6266Computer Lab hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pmVirtual Lab: Monday-Friday 2:00 pm-4:00 pmZoom link: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/92328108695Meeting ID: 923 2810 8695 

High School Students