Financial Aid & Scholarship Services
Financial Aid services are available in person! We are happy to assist you with your financial aid needs. If you are interested in visiting the office in person, please review the guidelines for visiting campus and schedule your appointment:
Guidelines for In-Person Financial Aid Services
Due to FERPA regulations, no student information will be given to anyone other than the student without authorization from the student.
We continue to offer virtual services. Financial Aid staff may be reached by email, phone, text, and Zoom! Please refer to the contact information and schedules below.
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Do you need assistance filing the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application? Friendly and knowledgeable Peer Mentors are available to assist you virtually and in person!
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Do you need assistance with an existing financial aid application, financial aid document submission, or review of your financial aid package? Schedule an in person, phone or ZOOM appointment with our Financial Aid counter. Drop ins are welcome! Drop-in Hours: Contact Information: Office: (408) 848-4727 Email: finaid@gavilan.edu Schedule an In-Person, Phone, or Zoom Appointment Please review our COVID-19 safety FAQ before coming to campus. |
Elizabeth San Ramon Hablo Español Financial Aid Technician
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Alyssa Munoz Program Specialist
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Kim Benjamin Sr. Financial Aid Specialist
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Gladys Elizondo Hablo Español Sr. Financial Aid Specialist
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Emergency Financial Aid
Emergency Financial Aid Application
Emergency aid is available for students experiencing financial hardships (up to $500 per student). To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled in 6 or more credit units
- FAFSA Application on file
- U.S. Citizen or Eligible Non-Citizen
- Be awarded California Promise Grant (CCPG)
- Self-certify emergency financial need
Funding is limited. Emergency grants will be distributed to students based on their financial needs on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Review and disbursement of funds may take 4-6 weeks.