Financial Aid Important Dates and Deadlines
2026-2027 Financial Aid Dates and Deadlines
Use this page to find Chabot College Financial Aid Office deadlines for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027.
Chabot Financial Aid Office Deadlines
These deadlines apply to:
- Satisfactory Academic Progress appeals
- Consortium agreements
- Special circumstance requests
| Term | Deadline | What You Need to Do |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Friday, December 11, 2026 | Submit the correct form and all required supporting documents by the deadline. |
| Spring 2027 | Friday, May 28, 2027 | Submit the correct form and all required supporting documents by the deadline. |
| Summer 2027 | Thursday, July 22, 2027 | The deadline is Thursday because the Financial Aid Office is closed on Fridays during the summer. |
Federal Direct Loan Requests
2026–2027 Federal Direct Loan Request: Not available yet.
| Request | Current Status | What You Should Do |
|---|---|---|
| 2026–2027 Federal Direct Loan Request | Not available yet | Check this page for updates. Do not submit a prior-year loan request. |
The deadline and instructions will be posted after the 2026–2027 Federal Direct Loan request becomes available.
Submitting a loan request does not guarantee loan eligibility, approval, or disbursement.
FAFSA and California State Aid Dates
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California Dream Act Application are separate applications. Complete the application that applies to your circumstances.
| Application or Deadline | Date | What You Should Know |
| 2026-27 FAFSA and California Dream Act application opened | October 1, 2025 | Students can submit the appropriate 2026–2027 financial aid application. |
| California State Priority Deadline | March 2, 2026 | Submit the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application as early as possible for consideration for state financial aid. |
| California Community College Deadline | September 2, 2026 | Some California community college students may still be considered for certain state financial aid programs. |
| 2026–2027 FAFSA Federal Deadline | June 30, 2027 | State and college deadlines may be earlier than the federal deadline. |
The California Student Aid Commission determines eligibility for Cal Grant and other programs it administers. Chabot College may need to review additional information before financial aid can be awarded or paid.
Date: July 1, 2026
Students who want their financial aid file reviewed for consideration for the first Fall 2026 disbursement should complete all required Financial Aid Office documents by the published priority date.
What You Should Do
- Check MyPortal for outstanding financial aid requirements.
- Check ZoneMail for messages from the Financial Aid Office.
- Submit requested forms and supporting documents as soon as possible.
- Continue checking your financial aid status after submitting documents.
Completing your requirements by a priority date does not guarantee that financial aid will be awarded or paid by a specific date.
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) administers Cal Grant and other California state financial aid programs.
If you are applying for California state financial aid:
- Submit the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application that applies to you.
- Check WebGrants 4 Students for your California financial aid information.
- Confirm that your GPA information has been received when required.
- Review and complete any additional steps requested by the California Student Aid Commission.
- Check MyPortal and ZoneMail for any additional information requested by the Chabot College Financial Aid Office.
Most students have their Cal Grant GPA information submitted electronically by their school. Students should check WebGrants 4 Students to make sure their information is on file.
The California Student Aid Commission determines eligibility for the programs it administers. Chabot College may also need to review additional information before financial aid can be awarded or paid.
2026–2027 Scholarship Application Dates
Application opens: To be announced
Application deadline: To be announced
Students interested in scholarships should review the Chabot College scholarship webpage for current opportunities, eligibility information, required materials, and application deadlines.
Scholarship eligibility and awards depend on the requirements of each scholarship.
Submitting a form is the first step. The Financial Aid Office may need additional information before completing its review.
| What You Should Do | Why It Matters |
| Check MyPortal | Review outstanding financial aid requirements and requested documents. |
| Check ZoneMail | Read Financial Aid Office messages and respond to requests for additional information. |
| Submit reqested documents | Missing information may delay review of your financial aid file or request. |
| Track your financial aid status | Continue checking your status after submitting documents. |