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Financial Aid

Attending college can be a dream come true. MVC will work with you to keep your college experience affordable. Discover resources that can help with college costs, and learn how to apply — and stay eligible  — for financial aid.

RCCD Foundation Scholarship Application Opens October 14

The 2025-26 RCCD Foundation Scholarship Application period starts on October 14, 2024 and will end on January 17, 2025.

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Let us help invest in your future

Financial aid is a supplemental income to help cover your educational expenses. Nearly everyone qualifies for some type of aid, so complete as many free applications as you can, as soon as you can. And if you need help at any step in the process, we’re here.

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Know Your Options

Financial aid comes in numerous forms. Learn more about each type and how to apply.
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Federal and State Aid

Review our FAFSA and Cal Grant guide
Many Moreno Valley College students benefit from state and federal financial aid. Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify, complete your FAFSA and Cal Grant application. Our school code is 041735.
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Scholarships and Grants

One-time awards that help meet education expenses
Paying for college shouldn't be difficult. Discover the scholarship and grant options available to you that will help make earning your degree or certificate more affordable.
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Dream Act and AB540

Understand how your immigration status affects your aid
Are you an international student or a noncitizen? Special financial aid options are available to you. Discover how you may benefit through the California Dream Act and AB540 law.

Workshops

NOV
22

The Power of Plastic: Credit Card Hacks

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Online via Zoom
DEC
3

Financial Aid Office Hours at BCTC

11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
School of Public Safety Building
DEC
4

Cash for College: Complete Your FAFSA or CADAA

04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Welcome Center 103
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Financial Aid Newsletter
 

Latest Financial Aid News

Student Financial Services provides students with a seasonal newsletter that covers changes to financial aid, student employment opportunities, scholarship updates, financial advice and more. Check out the latest newsletter today!

Read the Financial Aid Newsletter (pdf)

Understand the Total Cost

Tuition is only part of the story. Books, rent, food, cellphone, utilities all play a part in your college expenses, plus many other things you may not have thought about. To get an idea of what you’ll need to comfortably attend school, simply answer a few questions using our Net Price Calculator.

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Work while attending school

Your financial aid award may include the chance to earn while you learn through awards like Federal Work Study. Beyond that, numerous job opportunities exist at MVC and in the Moreno Valley Community.
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Work for MVC

Discover student employment opportunities that allow you to work on campus with a flexible schedule.
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Find a Job

Use MVC's Jobspeaker job board to find out who is hiring MVC talent in the surrounding community.

We Promise Free Tuition if You Promise to Succeed

The MVC Promise Initiative is part of a state and nationwide effort to provide affordable education. First-time college eligible students who hold to their “promise” receive free no-fee tuition, support for textbooks, priority registration, access to educational and faculty advisors, activities and a dedicated community. Certain restrictions apply.

Learn More About the MVC Promise

Contact Us

Student Financial Services (SFS) is here to assist you with your financial needs in-person or online.

Fall In-Person Office Hours: 
Monday and Thursday: 8 am - 4 pm
Tuesday and Wednesday: 8 am - 6 pm
Friday: 8 am - Noon

Fall ConexEd Online Lobby Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 3 pm

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