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Student Financial Services- Mission Statement
The Student Financial Services Office is dedicated to assisting students achieve their educational
goals and academic success by providing current and accurate information to all students,
parents and the community about federal, state and institutional aid opportunities.
Table of Contents
Applying for Financial Aid and Admission to Moreno Valley College.......................... 5
Completing the Applications .......................................................................................................................... 5
FSA ID ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
How to create an FSA ID for contributor that does not have a Social Security Number .............. 6
Federal Tax Information Exchange and FTI Data ...................................................................................... 7
Submitting FAFSA Corrections ...................................................................................................................... 8
Facts You Need to Know When Completing the FAFSA ............................................. 9
Are you Dependent or Independent? .......................................................................................................... 9
Unusual Circumstance Appeal Request .................................................................................................... 10
Information for Non-Resident Students .................................................................................................... 11
Ability to Benefit (ATB) .................................................................................................................................12
Completing Your Financial Aid File ............................................................................................................12
What is Verification? ......................................................................................................................................14
Notification of Adjustments .........................................................................................................................15
Special Circumstance Appeal/Application Information Judgement .....................................................16
The California Dream Act, AB 540 and Dream Application ...................................... 17
What is AB540?...............................................................................................................................................17
What is the CA Dream Act Application? .................................................................................................. 18
Frequently Asked CA Dream Act/AB 540 Questions ........................................................................... 19
Cost of Attendance .......................................................................................................... 21
Types of Federal and State Financial Aid ...................................................................... 22
Federal Pell Grant ...........................................................................................................................................22
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) .........................................................23
Federal Work Study (FWS) .......................................................................................................................... 23
CalWORKs Work Study ..............................................................................................................................24
Federal Direct Loan Program ...................................................................................................................... 25
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California College Promise Grant ............................................................................................................... 27
Cal Grant ......................................................................................................................................................... 31
Student Success Completion (SSCG) Grant .............................................................................................34
Chafee Grant Program ..................................................................................................................................35
California Military Department GI Bill Award Program .........................................................................38
Student Employment ...................................................................................................... 39
Federal Work Study Eligibility Requirements .......................................................................................... 39
Department Funded Positions ..................................................................................................................... 40
Benefits of Student Employment ................................................................................................................. 40
Scholarships ...................................................................................................................... 41
RCCD Foundation Scholarships .................................................................................................................. 41
External/Outside Scholarships .....................................................................................................................42
How to Avoid Scholarship Scams ............................................................................................................... 44
Student Services and Additional Programs and Assistance ........................................ 45
Welcome Center ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Veterans Services ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) ......................................................................... 46
NextUp/Guardian Scholars Program ......................................................................................................... 47
Workforce Preparation/CalWORKs .......................................................................................................... 48
Disability Support Services ........................................................................................................................... 48
Puente .............................................................................................................................................................. 49
UMOJA ............................................................................................................................................................. 50
MVC Promise Initiative .................................................................................................................................. 50
Middle College High School Program (MCHS) ........................................................................................ 51
The Academic Counseling and Educational Support (ACES) ................................................................ 52
Bureau of Indian Education Grant/Scholarship ......................................................................................... 52
AmeriCorps .....................................................................................................................................................53
Study Abroad/International Education Program ...................................................................................... 53
Factors That Can Affect Your Eligibility ....................................................................... 54
Citizenship ........................................................................................................................................................54
Selective Service System ............................................................................................................................... 54
Drug-Related Convictions ............................................................................................................................ 54
Satisfactory Academic Progress Standard (SAP) ........................................................ 55
Evaluation .......................................................................................................................................................... 55
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Grade Standards .............................................................................................................................................56
Repeated Courses Information ................................................................................................................... 56
Regain Eligibility ............................................................................................................................................... 57
SAP Statuses .................................................................................................................................................... 57
Appeal Process ................................................................................................................................................ 58
Course Information ......................................................................................................... 60
How Course Selection Can Affect Eligibility............................................................................................. 60
Repeated Course Information ..................................................................................................................... 60
How Dropping Courses Can Affect Eligibility............................................................... 61
What Happens if I Drop Some of My Classes After Receiving My Financial Aid? ............................ 61
What Happens if I Drop All of My Classes After Receiving My Financial Assistance? ..................... 61
How Changes in Eligibility Can Affect Your Financial Aid .......................................... 64
Grant Overawards and Overpayments ...................................................................................................... 64
Financial Aid Disbursements .......................................................................................... 65
BankMobile Disbursement ............................................................................................................................ 65
Additional Disbursement Information ........................................................................................................66
Disbursement Schedule ................................................................................................................................. 67
Know Your Deadline .....................................................................................................................................68
MVC Information ............................................................................................................. 68
Release of Financial Assistance Information and (FERPA) ..................................................................... 68
Students’ Rights .............................................................................................................................................. 69
Students Responsibilities and Accountability ............................................................................................ 70
Useful References and Resources ............................................................................................................... 71
Student Email Accounts ................................................................................................................................. 74
Accountability MVC ....................................................................................................................................... 74
Transfer Tips .................................................................................................................................................... 74
1098-T ...............................................................................................................................................................75
California Domestic Partner Rights Act .................................................................................................... 76
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................................................................ 77
Financial Assistance Common Acronyms .................................................................................................. 80
Commonly Used Financial Aid Terms ........................................................................................................83
English/Spanish Glossary ................................................................................................. 87
Consortium Agreement .................................................................................................. 92
Student Financial Services Moreno Valley College ...................................................... 93
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Applying for Financial Aid and Admission
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and an admissions application
to Moreno Valley College (MVC) is the way to start your educational journey! For students
qualifying under AB 540/2000/SB68, the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) is
available. By completing the FAFSA, current and prospective students can be considered for
several state, federal, and institutional financial assistance opportunities. By completing the
CADAA, current and prospective students can be considered for several state and institutional
financial assistance opportunities.
Student Financial Services (SFS) provides assistance to all students who qualify by helping to
relieve the financial burden of paying for college expenses. Financial assistance is designed to
help supplement your educational expenses. Financial aid is not a primary source of income to
meet basic living expenses and needs.
Completing the Applications
1. Complete an admissions application online at mvc.edu. Make sure to provide your social
security number, if applicable. If you do not have computer access at home, stop by the
Welcome Center for further assistance.
2. After you have completed your admission’s application you will receive an MVC Welcome
Email with your student ID number and instructions on how to activate your RCCD
student email account. Your RCCD student email account is how you will be contacted
by SFS for matters concerning your financial assistance. It is very important to check your
email consistently for updates and financial aid opportunities.
3. Complete the FAFSA or the CADAA application. You can complete the FAFSA for free
online at studentaid.gov. The CADAA can be completed online for free at
dream.csac.ca.gov. If you would like assistance with your application, we offer application
workshops year-round. Our workshop locations and times can be found by clicking on
the Workshop link on the financial aid homepage. When completing your application, you
will need to add the school code for MVC on the FAFSA (041735) or the CADAA
(04173500). Using the correct school code allows SFS to receive your application.
4. Once you complete your FAFSA you will receive a FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) by
email or mail, from Federal Student Aid Programs. The FSS is your initial response to your
FAFSA application. For the CADDA, you will receive your California Aid Report (CAR)
from the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). An accurate FSS/CAR requires no
corrections. Be sure to read the “Comments” section of your report. If corrections are
necessary, you may consult with an SFS staff member for assistance prior to submitting
corrections. Use your Federal Student Aid Identification Number (FSA ID) user name and
password to make corrections to your FAFSA application online. Use your CADAA
username and password to correct your CADAA application online.
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5. Allow 2-3 business days for MVC to receive your financial aid application results. Once
received, an email will be sent to your RCCD student email informing you of next steps
and if there are any further tasks to complete to determine your aid eligibility. Not all
students will have tasks assigned.
FSA ID
A Federal Student Aid Identification Number (FSA ID) is a username and password that gives
students and contributors, parent(s) or spouse, access to Federal Student Aid’s online systems,
such as FAFSA, and can serve as a legal electronic signature. The FSA ID is used to confirm
your identity when accessing your financial aid information and electronically signing your
federal student aid documents. It’s important to understand that the student and the
contributors may not share the same FSA ID. Your FSA ID is your signature, so it must be
unique to you. If you are a contributor to a student’s FAFSA, you will need your own FSA ID.
If a parent has more than once child attending college, the parent can use the same FSA ID to
contribute to all applications, but each child must have his or her own FSA ID. Do not give your
FSA ID to anyone or allow anyone to create one for you—not even your parent, your child, or
someone helping you fill out the FAFSA online. When you create your FSA ID, you will be given
the option to provide your email address and register your mobile phone number. If you
choose to provide this information (we strongly encourage you do) it is important to
remember that a mobile phone number or email address can be associated with only one FSA
ID. To create an FSA ID account visit studentaid.gov.
The FSA ID consists of four parts:
• Identity: Full name, Social Security Number (if applicable), email, date of birth, username,
and password.
• Profile: Mailing address, phone number (optional), and 4 challenge questions and answers.
• Review: This will show an overview of your profile but will not show the full SSN or the
answers to the challenge questions.
• Verification: Verify your email and phone number (if applicable)
• Done: The FSA ID website gives students the ability to start a new FAFSA or login to an
existing application.
How to create an FSA ID for contributor that does not have a
Social Security Number
• Visit studentaid.gov and select “Create Account” from the top right corner of the page
• Click on “Get Started”
• Enter personal information
o Click on “What if I don’t have a Social Security number?”
o Check-mark the box “I do not have a Social Security number.”
o Click on “Continue”
o A “Warning: You must enter an SSN if you have one” window will populate.
Click on “I do NOT have an SSN”
• Account Information
o Create a username
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o Enter an email address that is not linked to another FSA ID account
o Create a password
• Contact Information
o Enter your mailing address and phone number (optional)
• Select your Communication Preference
• Select and answer the Challenge Questions
o Challenge questions and answers are used to retrieve your username or
password if you forget them, and also to unlock your account. Answers are not
case-sensitive.
• Confirm and verify your information.
• Answer the Identity Validation questions to verify your identity.
o If you fail to answer the questions correctly or no identity validation questions
populate, you will have to manually verify your identity. You will be notified on
the account creation confirmation page that you need to take additional steps
and you will receive a “Verify Your Identity” email with instructions and the
following document(s) that must be provided:
Completed Attestation & Validation of Identity form
Proof of Identity
a) ONE of the following:
o U.S. State/Territory Driver’s License
o U.S. State or City Identification Card
o Foreign Passport (not expired)
OR
b) A utility bill PLUS ONE of the following:
o Municipal identification card (e.g., Credencial para Votar,
INE)
o Community ID
o Consular identification card (e.g., Matricula Consular)
• Enable Two-Step Verification and verify your email address and phone number, if
applicable
If your identity was verified, your account will display a green check mark.
If you are in the process of manually verifying your identity, your account will not display a
green check mark. However, you can still contribute to the student’s FAFSA.
Federal Tax Information Exchange and FTI Data
Beginning with the 2024-2025 award year, The Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking for
Education Act, better known as the FUTURE Act, requires FAFSA contributors to consent to
the disclosure and use of their IRS federal tax information (FTI) for the purpose of determining
a student’s eligibility for federal student aid. The FTI data will be retrieved by the U.S.
Department of Education using the FUTURE Act Direct Data Exchange (FA-DDX) to populate
the FAFSA with the following FTI data:
• Tax year 2022 (award year 2024-2025 is based on 2022 tax year information)
• Tax filing status
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• Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)
• Number of dependents
• Income earned from work
• Taxes paid
• Education tax credits
• Untaxed IRA distributions
• Untaxed pension and annuity distributions
• IRA deductions and payments
• Tax-exempt interest
• Schedule C net profit/loss
• Indicators for Schedules A, B, D, E, F, H
• IRS response code
Consent and Approval
Once a FAFSA contributor has provided consent and approval for use and disclosure of FTI for
a FAFSA cycle, they cannot revoke consent for the cycle. The ability to revoke consent is not
needed for FAFSA purposes because the contributor is providing a one-time consent for a
specific tax year and an annual consent is required for each FAFSA cycle.
For helpful links on FTI and Consent visit Filling Out the FAFSA 2024-2025 Federal Student Aid
Handbook.
Submitting Corrections to your FAFSA or CADAA
You can view the status of your submitted FAFSA application on the Federal Student Aid
Dashboard. To access it, log-in to your FSA ID account, click on the arrow next to your name
on the top right corner and select Dashboard from the drop-down menu. In order to make a
correction, your FAFSA must show as “Processed.” To start a correction, click on the ellipsis
(three dots) on the top right corner and select the type of correction you need to make, such
as add or remove colleges. To make a correction to a CADAA, log-in to your account, select
the application year you wish to correct and proceed to make the necessary changes.
Regardless of which financial aid application you need to correct, make sure you sign and
submit it, otherwise the correction will not be received and processed.
Students should submit corrections if:
• You need to add or remove colleges from your application. If MVC, is you home college,
you must add it to your FAFSA or CADAA. To add it, you can manually search for the
college or use our School Code as follows: FAFSA 041735 & CADAA 04173500.
• The initial application submission had incorrect information.
• A technical glitch prevented you or a contributor from signing the FAFSA or CADAA.
• You received a notification from SFS prompting you to make a correction.
• FSS or CAR comments indicate a change should be made on your application.
If you are not sure what corrections are needed or what corrections to make, please contact
SFS at (951) 571- 6139 or by email at [email protected]. Corrections for
FAFSA can be made online at studentaid.gov or by mailing your FSS if you received it by mail.
Corrections for CADAA can be made online at https://dream.csac.ca.gov. You may also attend
one of our application workshops and we will assist you in making the necessary corrections.
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Once corrections are submitted, you will receive an email confirmation from the U.S.
Department of Education (DOE) if you corrected a FAFSA or from the California Student Aid
Commission (CSAC) if you corrected a CADAA. The colleges listed on the FAFSA or CADAA
will receive your corrected application in three to five business days and process it accordingly.
Facts You Need to Know When Completing the FAFSA
Are you Dependent or Independent?
When completing the FAFSA or CADAA applications, you will be asked a series of questions to
determine your dependency status. Your answers to these questions will determine if you are
considered a dependent or an independent student for financial aid purposes. And
weather you will need to include your parents’ information on your application. Federal student
aid programs are based on the concept that a dependent student’s parents have the primary
responsibility for paying for their child’s education.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, students are considered dependent for financial aid
purposes if they answer “No” to all the following questions, and must include parental
information. As a result, the parent(s) of FAFSA applicants must contribute to the FAFSA
through their own FSA ID account.
• Were you born before January 1, 2001?
• As of today, are you married? (Also answer “No” if you are separated but not divorced)
• Are you currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than
training?
• Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
• Do you have children or other people (excluding your spouse) who live with you and who
receive more than half of their support from you now and between July 1, 2024, and June
30, 2025?
• At any time since you turned age 13, were you an orphan (no living biological or adoptive
parent)?
• At any time since you turned age 13, were you a ward of the court?
• At any time since you turned age 13, were you in foster care?
• Are you or were you a legally emancipated minor, as determined by a court in your state
of residence?
• Are you or were you in a legal guardianship with someone other than your parent or
stepparent, as determined by a court in your state of residence?
• At any time on or after July 1, 2023, were you unaccompanied and either (1) homeless or
(2) self-supporting and at risk of being homeless?
Be sure to use your biological and/or adoptive parents’ information. Do not use information
from grandparents, legal guardians, foster parents, or other relatives. If your parents are
divorced or separated, provide information about the parent who gives you the greater financial
support, even if you do not live with them. If both your parents provided an exactly equal
amount of financial support during the past 12 months, or if they don’t support you financially,
provide information about the parent with the greater income and assets. Not living with
parents or not being claimed by them on tax forms does not determine dependency status for
federal student aid.
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If you answer “Yes” to at least one of the questions listed above, you are considered an
independent student and will be evaluated for financial assistance based on your own
circumstances. If you are married, you will have to provide your spouse’s information. Spouses
may be required to contribute to your FAFSA through their own FSA ID account. Your
parental information and signature are not required.
You can indicate on your application that you believe that you have Unusual Circumstances that
prevent you from providing parental data. Those who do not list parental information will
receive a provisional “Independent” status and a provisional SAI calculation. SFS will reach out
to you via email to address your current situation. Your record will be rejected, pending
further action. See the section below “Unusual Circumstances Appeal Requests” to determine
if you would qualify for this based on your circumstances.
Unusual Circumstance Appeal Request
Most students entering a postsecondary school straight from high school are considered
financially dependent on their parents. This means their parent(s) (biological and/or adoptive)
must provide information on the FAFSA/CADAA.
A student cannot be determined to be independent just because:
• Parents do not want to provide information on the FAFSA/CADAA due to privacy
concerns.
• Parents do not feel it is their responsibility to provide financial assistance for college.
• Parents no longer claim you as a dependent on their taxes.
• You are self-supporting and/or no longer live with your parents.
If you have unusual circumstances for why you cannot provide parent information, schools have
the ability to consider these circumstances when determining your dependency status.
Unusual circumstances may include, but are not limited to:
• Human trafficking, as described in the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22
U.S.C. 7101 et seq.)
• Left home due to an abusive or threatening environment
• Legally granted refugee or asylum status
• Parental abandonment or estrangement
• Student or parental incarceration
• Are unable to contact or locate their parent(s)
When completing the application, you have the option to indicate that you cannot provide your
parents information. You will skip the parent information sections and your application may be
submitted.
First time applicants that have not been previously approved for an Unusual Circumstance
appeal (formerly known as Dependency Override) will need to follow-up with their college for
the next steps in the appeal process. Each college has its own process for these appeals. At
MVC, contact SFS and request an Unusual Circumstance appeal. The appeal will be assigned
through your FA portal at mvc.studentforms.com.
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To submit the appeal, you will need:
1. To complete the web form explaining your circumstances and why you cannot provide
your parents information, the last time you had contact with each of your parents and
your current living situation.
2. To provide documents from a third-party explaining their knowledge of your
circumstances. Third-party contacts may include, but are not limited to, counselors,
teachers, employers, clergy, etc. Third-party contacts cannot be friends or family
members.
Once you submit your appeal, it will be reviewed in 3 to 5 business days. If additional
information is needed, you will be contacted via your RCCD student email. If approved, you
will be notified by email and a correction will be sent to your application (FAFSA or CADAA).
You may have additional steps to complete at MVC once the correction has been processed.
Check your RCCD student email for nay notifications on the next steps.
Previously approved applicants for an Unusual Circumstance appeal at MVC, will need to
submit their FAFSA or CADAA application for the new academic year indicating that your
circumstances have not changed and you cannot provide your parent information. Once MVC
receives your application results, your approval will be granted automatically without any action
from you. Check your RCCD student email for eligibility information and the next steps.
Information for Non-Resident Students
The Admissions and Records (A&R) office determines a student’s residency status at the time of
admission or readmission. For detailed information visit mvc.edu/admissions-
aid/tuition/nonresident-students.php.
Students who are classified as a “Non-Resident” pay both the per unit enrollment fee
and the per unit non-resident enrollment fee. For more information regarding non-resident
tuition fees visit mvc.edu/admissions-aid/tuition.
If you are eligible for federal grants, your award will be applied towards your outstanding fees,
and any remaining funds will be disbursed to you via BankMobile Disbursement. If there is a
remaining balance after your grants are applied, you are responsible for paying off the balance.
If you apply for and are eligible for a student loan, please note that loans are disbursed directly
to the student through BankMobile Disbursement. You are responsible for using the loan funds
to pay any remaining balance owed. If you drop any classes, totally withdraw or stop attending
all of your classes, you may be responsible for paying back all or a portion of the federal grants
and/or student loans disbursed to you.
Failure to pay fees owed may result on a hold being placed on your records preventing you
from withdrawing from classes online, or registering for classes the subsequent semester.
It is important to keep your address and contact phone number up to date with Admissions and
Records at all times.
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Ability to Benefit (ATB)
To receive most types of financial assistance, a student must be qualified to study at the
postsecondary level. A student who is enrolled qualifies if they have:
• A high school diploma
• A General Education Development (GED) certificate
• Passed the California High School Proficiency Exam (that is recognized as the equivalent to
a High School Diploma)
• Completed an approved Home School program
Students who were enrolled in an eligible program of study prior to July 1, 2012 will still be eligible
to meet the educational requirements for financial assistance by fulfilling one of the following ATB
approved requirements:
• Pass a federally approved ATB test. Students interested in taking this test, can reach
out to the Placement Coordinator, Assessment and Outreach Services, Andrew Graham,
at [email protected] to make the pertinent arrangements.
• Satisfactory completion of six units prior to July 1, 2012 that are applicable
toward a degree or certificate offered at MVC. You must meet with the Student
Financial Services counselor to determine if you have completed six units toward your
degree or certificate. If it is determined that you have not met this requirement, you may
still be eligible for the California College Promise Grant (CCPG). Please refer to the
CCPG section of this consumer guide for additional information.
Transferring of Passing ATB Scores
For information on acceptable ATB passing score transfer process, please reach out to the
Placement Coordinator, Assessment and Outreach Services, Andrew Graham, at
Testing Students with Disabilities
The requirements include giving the test in a manner that is accessible to disabled students and
offering alternative forms of the exam in large print, Braille, and audio cassette formats. The
student must provide documentation of the disability to the Disability Support Services
department for determination of eligibility for the accommodation. All accommodations must
be requested 72 hours in advance.
The Disability Support Services department can be contacted at (951) 571-6138 (voice) or (951)
208-6896 (video phone) or at DSS@mvc.edu.
Completing Your Financial Aid File
The FAFSA determines your eligibility for various federal, state, and institutional financial aid as
well as student work-study and student loans. Your eligibility is based on financial need, number
of units you are actively attending, and student budget. Remember, the application process is
free!
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Once you have completed your FAFSA and Student Financial Services (SFS) has received your
information from the Department of Education Central Processing Center (DOE), our office
will send an email to your RCCD student email with initial awards and next steps to complete
the financial aid process. You may access your student email from your MyPortal or
WebAdvisor account, or by visiting our website at www.mvc.edu and selecting Email from the
Log In drop down menu.
The email will notify you of any pending tasks or actions you need to complete, and also include a
link to your Financial Aid Task Portal, https://mvc.studentforms.com. You will also see
information on your MyPortal, under the Financial Aid tab, indicating that you have financial aid
tasks pending.
To view and complete your financial aid pending tasks and to upload any required documents:
• Log into mvc.studentforms.com using your RCCD student email and password.
• Verify your information and create an account.
• Complete the “Financial Aid Tasks” listed on the Welcome Screen*
• Dependent students may be required to provide parent signatures.
• Click “Submit” after completing a required task.
• Click the “Finished” button when done.
• Completing your tasks will allow the SFS to determine your grant eligibility.
• Any additional pending documents or required actions will be requested by SFS via email.
You may be asked for items such as:
• Verification Web forms (Dependent or Independent)
• 2022 Tax Transcripts or 2022 taxpayer-signed tax returns
o A request for Tax Transcripts (Tax Return, Record of Account, Proof of Non-
Filing, Wage and Income, etc.) can be made by calling the IRS at 1-800-829-3676,
or ordering it online at irs.gov.
• Proof of Citizenship, identity or high school completion
• Other documents/tasks needed to complete your file
For questions regarding additional documentation or actions required to complete your file,
please contact the SFS office.
Selected CADAA applicants eligible for the Cal Grant may have to submit additional documents
to complete their financial aid file. Notifications are sent to students via their RCCD student
email and/or by mail. All other eligibility notices will be emailed/mailed to the student upon
receipt of the CADAA application. Also, CADAA applicants must complete the AB540
California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request form with Admissions and Records (A&R)
at MVC to qualify for aid. Students may be required to submit additional documentation.
Contact A&R if you have any questions at (951) 571-6100 (voicemail) or (951) 251-4550 (text)
or by email at admissions@mvc.edu.
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Troubleshooting
When creating your account on the FA Task Portal at https://mvc.studentforms.com, it is
important to enter information exactly as you entered it on your FAFSA. Inconsistent
information will result in an error message. Make sure your name, birthdate, social security
number matches the information you entered on your FAFSA.
What is Verification?
The U. S. Department of Education (DOE) and the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)
require colleges to verify that financial and other information entered on the FAFSA/CADAA
by the student and/or all contributors to the application is accurate. To accomplish this, about
one-third of financial aid applications are selected for verification each year. Verification of
application data helps the financial aid office to accurately determine the types and amounts of
federal, state, and institutional aid you may be eligible to receive. MVC Financial Aid has the
authority to contact you for documentation that supports the information you reported. In
addition, MVC Financial Aid is allowed to select additional students for verification and/or to
verify additional data elements. If you are selected for verification, you might see a note on your
FAFSA Submission Summary stating that you have been selected for verification. To view your
FAFSA Submission Summary, log in at www.studentaid.gov.
Once your application is downloaded into our system, MVC will email you to your RCCD
student email. This email will direct you to your Financial Aid Task Portal online at
https://mvc.studentforms.com to complete/upload all required actions and tasks.
If you are selected for verification, the DOE may require MVC to verify information such as, but
not limited to:
• Adjusted gross income (AGI)
• Income earned from work
• U.S. income tax paid
• Untaxed portions of IRA distributions
• Untaxed portions of pensions
• IRA deductions and payments
• Tax exempt interest income
• Education credits
• Foreign income exempt from federal taxation
• Family size
• Identity/Statement of educational purpose
Starting with the 2024-2025 FAFSA, your income and federal tax information will be transferred
from the Internal Revenue Service through the Financial Aid Direct Data Exchange, which
replaces the IRS Data Retrieval Tool. Consent and approval are needed to retrieve and disclose
federal tax information from you and your contributors. All contributors must provide consent
and approval even if they didn’t file a U.S. federal tax return or any tax return at all. If consent
and approval are not provided by the student and all contributors on the FAFSA form, the
student will not be eligible for federal student aid, including grants and loans.
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Providing consent and approval may reduce the time it takes to fill out the financial section of
the FAFSA form. By electronically importing federal tax information, the application will have
the most up-to-date data. Once consent and approval are provided, the transfer of tax
information will begin. Consent and approval will remain in place for the 2024–2025 FAFSA
form.
NOTE: Even if contributors don't have an SSN, didn't file taxes, or filed taxes outside of the
U.S., they will still need to provide consent and approval.
IMPORTANT: If a required contributor doesn't provide consent and approval to have their
federal tax information transferred into the FAFSA form, you (the student) will not be eligible
for federal student aid—even if the contributor manually enters tax information into the FAFSA
form.
To ensure the information is secure, the federal tax information won't display on the FAFSA
site or the FAFSA Submission Summary. If you have not made any changes to your FAFSA
since submitting it, you may not have to verify the information that was transferred. However,
you should visit https://mvc.studentforms.com to ensure that all listed task requirements have
been completed.
If you are not able to transfer your income and federal tax information, you may be required to
submit your signed Federal Tax Form 1040 and Schedules as part of the verification process.
Any alternative 2022 income and/or tax documentation may be submitted directly to the
Financial Aid Task Portal for review. Tax forms that are not issued directly from the IRS must
contain the taxpayer’s signature.
Notification of Adjustments
After completion of your financial aid tasks in the FA Task Portal, your information will be
reviewed and a revised eligibility notification email will be sent to your RCCD student email
address based on your file completion date. Your financial aid offer will be posted on your
MyPortal/Webadvisor under the Financial Aid section.
Always maintain an accurate preferred mailing address and a correct phone number with
Admissions and Records to avoid delays in communication. Make updates, if necessary, through
your MyPortal/Webadvisor under the Personal Profile section.
Please be aware that the financial aid process takes time. To ensure that the process goes
smoothly it is important to complete your application early and accurately, keep copies of your
application and other important documents, and carefully read and respond to all
communications received.
You must activate your RCCD student email account in order to receive our communications.
Please review the section in this guide for more information on your RCCD student email
account. If you have trouble with your email or need assistance, please contact Admissions and
Records at (951) 571-6101, or by email at [email protected].
Financial aid funds are generally not available prior to the beginning of each semester.
Disbursements usually begin during the first week of fall and spring classes. Please be aware that
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not all students receive funds on every disbursement date. Disbursement dates are determined
as follows:
• Based on student’s FAFSA/CADAA completion date
• The date that all required tasks were completed
• Student’s enrollment status
• Student’s eligibility status
• Processing timelines
To find out your disbursement date, please refer to our disbursement schedule in this guide or
on our website at https://mvc.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/disbursement.php. Students are
encouraged to be prepared to pay for books and supplies out of their own resources. Financial
assistance is intended to supplement, not replace, resources needed to meet the cost of
education.
Special Circumstance Appeal/Application Information
Adjustment
The 2024-2025 FAFSA and CADAA require you and your family to report income information
from the 2022 tax year to determine your eligibility for financial aid. The DOE and MVC recognize
that students and their families may have experienced financial changes that negatively impacted
their circumstances after submitting their applications. If this is your situation, consider submitting
a Special Circumstance Appeal to have your eligibility for financial aid reevaluated.
Special circumstances may include, but are not limited to:
• Loss of employment or reduction of income
• Death of a student’s spouse or parent
• Tuition expenses at an elementary or secondary school
• Medical, dental, or nursing home expenses not covered by insurance
• One-time lump sum payment in 2022
Special circumstances do not include:
• Pending reduction in income due to consumer debt
• Refusal of a parent to provide financial support to the student.
Things to consider:
• If you were awarded the maximum award eligible of federal or state aid, you do not need
to submit the appeal form as you have already been offered the maximum amount.
• An appeal will only be approved if eligibility increases.
• An approved appeal may not result in a change to your financial aid.
• You must be meeting MVC Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards for
consideration. (Refer to the SAP section of this guide for additional information)
To apply for a 2024-2025 Special Circumstance Appeal you must:
• Submit your 2024-2025 FAFSA or CADAA.
• Complete all required pending tasks, if any, and receive your revised award or no award
notification.
• Request a Special Circumstance Appeal from MVC financial aid in person, via phone, or by
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email from your RCCD student email.
• Once you have been notified that the Special Circumstance Appeal has been assigned as a
pending task, log in to your Financial Aid Task Portal at mvc.studentforms.com and
complete the following steps:
o Complete the Webform and statement.
o Upload supporting documentation:
Documentation to support your appeal request.
Upload a signed copy of your 2023 or 2024 Federal Tax Return Form
1040 and Schedule 1(if applicable), or a copy of your IRS Tax Return
Transcript.
Upload all W-2s, and/or year-end statements for other income received.
• Once all forms are uploaded, submit the appeal for consideration.
• You will be notified via your RCCD student email regarding the result of your appeal.
• If approved, you will receive a revised award notification via your RCCD student email.
Please note: Students may only submit one Special Circumstance Appeal during the 2024-2025
award year using income information from 2023 or 2024.
The California Dream Act (CADAA) & AB 540
What is AB 540?
Students who are exempt from paying non-resident tuition as amended by Education Code
Section 68130.5 (AB 540/2000, SB 68) are not considered California residents. However, you
may be exempt from paying the out-of-state tuition fee under the AB 540 State law. Since
January 1, 2001, California’s AB 540 allows undocumented immigrant students in pursuit of a
higher education who meet specific requirements to be exempt from paying out-of-state tuition
fees.
Any student who meets all of the following requirements shall be exempt from paying non-
resident tuition at Moreno Valley College (MVC):
• Time and Coursework Requirements:
o Attended a California high school for three or more years OR
o Attained credits earned in California from a California high school for the
equivalent of three or more years of full-time high school course work and
attended a combination of elementary, middle and/or high schools in California
for a total of three or more years OR
o Completion of credits earned at a California adult school OR
o Credits earned at a California Community College OR
o A combination of the schools listed above AND
• Degree or Unit Requirements (completion of either of the following):
o Graduated from a California high school, have attained a G.E.D. or received a
passing mark on the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) prior to
o the start of the term OR
o Completed an associate degree from a California Community College OR
o Completed the minimum requirements at a California Community College for
transfer to the California State University or the University of California AND
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• Register or be currently enrolled at an accredited institution of public higher education in
California AND
• In the case of a person without lawful immigration status, the student must file or will file
an affidavit as required by the college (available with Admissions & Records) stating that
the student has filed an application to legalize his or her immigration status or will file an
application as soon as he or she is eligible to do so (student information obtained in the
implementation of this section is confidential).
• Must not hold a valid non-immigrant visa (F, J, H, L, A, E etc.). Students must be
determined eligible for the AB 540 program with Admissions and Records at the college
where you are enrolled.
What is the CA Dream Act Application?
The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) allows students interested in attending eligible
California Colleges, Universities and Career Education Programs to apply for state financial aid.
This application is unrelated to the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
program. The California Dream Act extends Cal Grant A and B Entitlement awards, Cal Grant
C awards, Chafee grants, and institutional financial aid to students that meet AB 540 criteria as
well as the applicable criteria for eligibility for specific types of financial aid. The California
Dream Act of 2011 became law through the passage of two Assembly Bills, AB 130 and AB 131.
AB 130, effective January 1, 2012, allows students who meet AB 540 criteria (California
Education Code 68130.5(a)) to apply for and receive privately funded scholarships at California
public colleges and universities. MVC students who meet AB 540 criteria may apply for general
RCCD Scholarships. AB 131, effective 2013-14 academic year, allows students who meet AB
540 criteria to apply for and receive state funded financial aid such as institutional grants, Cal
Grants, Chafee Grants, and the California College Promise Grant at California Community
Colleges.
The 2024–2025 CADAA provides students with a more streamlined financial aid process by
incorporating the Nonresident Tuition Exemption Form, commonly known as the AB 540
affidavit, within the application.
• Information collected will be provided to the colleges/universities the student lists on
their CADAA. The school of attendance will make the final determination of AB 540
eligibility.
• If the CADAA AB 540 affidavit is incomplete or eligibility cannot be determined, the
student will be required to submit the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Form to
the MVC Admissions and Records office to be considered for financial aid.
• To access the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request Form (AB 540), visit the
MVC Admissions and Records page under Student Records, Appeals, and Petitions.
For more information about the CADAA please visit MVC CA Dream Act and CSAC
Undocumented Dreamer Students.
CADAA applicants must have a residency status of Non-Resident Waiver to be
considered for any financial aid.
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Frequently Asked CA Dream Act/AB 540 Questions
1. What is AB 540, and what does it have to do with the California Dream Act?
AB 540, passed in 2001, allows students meeting certain criteria to pay the same tuition
and fees as resident students at California public colleges and universities. Starting on
January 1, 2013, the CA Dream Act extends Cal Grant A and Cal Grant B Entitlement
awards, Cal Grant C awards, institutional grants, and CCPG fee waivers to students\ who
meet the criteria. To receive CA Dream Act aid, AB 540 and AB 131 students must meet
the criteria listed in the AB 540 section of this chapter, submit the AB 540 form to
Admissions and Records for approval, and apply for the CADAA.
2. I saw that AB 540, AB 130, and AB 131 guarantee confidentiality, but what
about my parents’ information?
CADAA students without legal immigration status will be required to fill out the
California Student Aid Commission’s (CSAC) CADAA in lieu of the FAFSA. Like all other
dependent Cal Grant applicants, CADAA applicants will be required to submit parental
income and asset information. The demographic information students will provide on the
CADAA is similar to the information that students have already supplied to their high
schools and colleges. There are no checks and matches between the CADAA and any
federal databases. CADAA applicants and their parents’ information are protected by the
same privacy and information security laws and safeguards as all other California
applicants.
3. I am a high school senior and fit the AB 540 criteria above. What financial
assistance may I be eligible for?
You may be eligible for:
• AB 540 in-state tuition assistance
• AB 130 private scholarships (see your intended college or university for applications
and deadlines).
• Institutional grants like the UC “University Grant” or the CSU “State University
Grant” (see your intended college or university for applications and deadlines).
• California College Promise Grant
• Cal Grant and other State-administered aid. Cal Grant eligible students may also be
eligible for the Student Success Completion Grant. You can find out more about
these programs in this guide.
Submit the CADAA online at https://dream.csac.ca.gov, listing the MVC School Code
04173500.
4. I am a foster youth, and I don’t have a Social Security number or any
paperwork about my biological parents. Can I get any financial aid for college?
You may qualify for:
• Chafee Foster Youth Grant (See Chafee section of this guide for more information)
• AB 540 in-state tuition assistance
• AB 130 private scholarship aid offered through California public colleges and
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universities
• Cal Grants or institutional grants
• California College Promise Grant at California Community Colleges
5. I am currently in college. I am AB 540 eligible. What kind of aid can I receive?
You may be eligible for:
• AB 540 in-state tuition assistance
• AB 130 private scholarships (see your intended college or university for applications
and deadlines)
• Institutional grants like the UC “University Grant”, the CSU “State University
Grant”, the CSU Extended Opportunity Program (EOP) (see your intended college
for applications and deadlines)
• California Community College Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)
(see your intended college for applications and deadlines)
• California College Promise Grant.
• If you are attending a California Community College and plan to transfer to a 4- year
institution in the fall of 2022 or later, you may qualify for a Cal Grant A, B, or C or
the Community College Transfer Entitlement Cal Grant
• If you are enrolled or expect to enroll in a career technical program at your college,
you may qualify for a Cal Grant C
Submit the CADAA online at https://dream.csac.ca.gov, listing the MVC School Code
04173500. CADAA applications open October 1 of each year, and have a Priority
Deadline of March 2.
6. I am an AB 540 student; how do I fill out my college admissions application?
We recommend eligible AB 540 students consult with an admissions officer regarding
their application inquiries. In general, the application requires social security number and
immigration status information in order for the school to determine whether the student
will be classified as a California resident. All information contained in the application
should be truthful, particularly with regard to immigration status and social security
information. Providing false information could potentially jeopardize an individual’s future
efforts to adjust his or her immigration status.
7. AB 540 requires that I submit an affidavit to the Admissions and Records
office. What type of information do I have to include in the affidavit?
All students seeking an exemption from non-resident tuition fees must file an affidavit with
the college stating that the student meets the law’s requirements and, if the student is not
a U.S. Citizen or legal permanent resident, that the student is either in the process of
adjusting his or her immigration status or will do so as soon as he or she is eligible to do
so. These affidavits often ask the student to provide information such as the name of the
California high school the student attended, the dates of attendance, and the student’s
name, address, student ID number, and signature.
8. Will the college share the information I provide in the affidavit with U.S.
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Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or Immigration and Customs
Enforcement (ICE)?
No. Under California law, the information you provide in the affidavit must remain
confidential.
9. Does it matter how long ago a student graduated from a California high school
to be eligible for the AB 540 tuition exemption?
No. The date of high school graduation does not affect a student’s eligibility for the AB
540 tuition exemption, as long as the student meets AB 540 criteria.
For more information on the CA Dream Act or Cal Grant, please visit
https://dream.csac.ca.gov. You may also visit MVC CA Dream Act.
Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance (or budget) is the estimated total amount it may cost to attend college.
It will vary depending on your living situation (whether you live with your parents or off
campus) and residency status (California resident or non-resident). Residency status is
determined by Admissions and Records. Student Financial Services is designed to assist qualified
students in obtaining grants, scholarships, and federal work-study funds for educational
expenses. Be prepared by applying for financial assistance early, submitting all required
documentation, staying enrolled in classes, and meeting our Satisfactory Academic Progress
Standard.
2024-2025 Nine Month Student Expense Cost of Attendance Budget
Allowance
Living at Home
Living Away
from Home
Books and Supplies $1454.00 $1454.00
Food and Housing $11494.00 $26740.00
Transportation
$1792.00 $1962.00
Personal Expenses
$4060.00 $4968.00
Enrollment Fees
$1380.00 $1380.00
Health Fees $48.00 $48.00
Total
$20228.00
$36552.00
Non-California Resident fees:
($415 per unit X 30 units) = $12450.00 is added to the applicable budget
Fees that are excluded from this budget are parking at $100 or more, Student Services fee, non-
U.S. citizen fee of $16 per unit and audit fees at $15 per unit.
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Please note: Disbursement dates, cost of attendance, budget and all fees are subject to change
without notice.
Total 2024-2025 RCCD Cost of Attendance Budget
Living at home… ............................................................................................................. $20228.00
Living away from home ................................................................................................. $36552.00
Non-Resident living at home… .......................................................................... $32678.00
Non-Resident living away from home… ........................................................... $49002.00
Types of Federal and State Financial Aid
Federal Pell Grant
Pell grants are available for students with high financial need. Unlike most federal aid, this grant
does not need to be paid back as long as you do not withdraw from classes, successfully
complete classes, and are not simultaneously receiving the Pell grant at another school.
To apply for a Pell grant, submit the FAFSA online at www.studentaid.gov. Eligibility for the Pell
grant is determined by a standard formula using information you provide on your FAFSA, your
enrollment status, and your academic history. Upon completion of the FAFSA you will receive a
Student Aid Index (SAI) which is your eligibility number. Your SAI is located on your Student
Aid Report (SAR), which you can be viewed at www.studentaid.gov using your FSA ID. The SAI
number will determine your eligibility for the Pell grant.
The maximum Pell grant award for the 2024-2025 academic year is $7,395 (this dollar amount
is subject to change pending Federal regulations and availability of funds). Beginning with the
2024-2025 aid year, Pell Grant disbursement amounts will now be calculated using Enrollment
Intensity – which is a percentage value based on the number of credits a student is enrolled for
during a term. Enrollment intensity only applies to Pell Grant eligibility. All other Title
IV programs still use the categorical measures of enrollment status. Students who have received
their Bachelor’s degree or higher are not eligible to receive the Pell grant.
Pell Grant Lifetime Eligibility Usage Limits
Students may receive a Pell grant for 12 full time semesters (or 6 years if full-time). This equals
to 600% total (50% each full-time semester x 12 semesters). This percentage includes all Pell
grants received to date. Once a student has received their full 600%, they will no longer be
eligible for the Pell grant at any school.
To review your current Pell Grant Lifetime Eligibility Usage (LEU) percentage, grant history,
and the comment section of your Student Aid Report (SAR) online, visit www.studentaid.gov.
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Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is awarded to
undergraduate students with the most financial need. Students with the highest need who are
Pell grant eligible for the award year will have primary consideration. Non-resident students as
well as Study Abroad students may also be eligible. FSEOG funds are limited and are awarded
until all funds are exhausted. Having said this, there is no guarantee that all eligible students will
receive FSEOG. Listed below are the requirements to be considered:
1. Complete a 2024-2025 FAFSA
2. Submit all documents requested and complete any pending actions by the first priority
filing deadline
3. Have high financial need
4. Meet the SFS Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standard
Federal Work Study (FWS)
The Federal Work Study (FWS) Program assists students in meeting their educational goals by
providing part-time (up to 20 hours per week), entry level employment to help with
educational expenses while giving them the opportunity to gain valuable job skills and work
experience. The program also serves as a valuable resource to the community by providing no
cost services to non- profit organizations and government agencies in the surrounding area.
Securing Employment
FWS is a federal grant offered through the FAFSA. The amount awarded is the amount you can
earn during a given academic year which is July 1 through June 30. On and off-campus positions
are posted in the summer starting as early as June for each academic year and may continue
posting through the fiscal year as they become available. It is recommended you secure federal
work study employment during the months of June and July even if you do not plan on
attending until fall to secure the funding for the position.
It is important to make sure your FAFSA application is submitted to MVC and your financial aid
file is complete prior to applying for a position. Having an incomplete application or file may
disqualify students from the position as determination of eligibility cannot be made. To check
the status of your financial aid file, visit the FA Portal at mvc.studentforms.com.
Once a student applies, eligibility for FWS will be verified and the application forwarded to the
employer for review. If chosen, an interview will be scheduled. If hired, paperwork will be
completed and submitted to the Student Employment Office for awarding the grant and
processing.
Awards and Payment
Awards for up to $5,500 are granted based on financial aid need, once employment has been
secured.
$2,750 for summer and fall combined, and $2,750 for winter and spring combined. Divide the
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award by the pay rate and you get the number of hours a student is allowed to work. It is the
employer’s and employee’s responsibility to make sure employees do not work beyond their
awarded hours. Please keep in mind that minimum wage increased to $16.00 per hour as of
January 1, 2024. Employers or employees may contact the Student Employment Office when
the hours are close to be exhausted to inquire about an increase. Increases may be granted if
funding is available and the student has allowable financial aid unmet need.
To be considered for FWS, you must apply for and be eligible to receive federal financial aid
through the FAFSA. FWS positions are available on-and-off-campus. Due to limited funding,
awarding is on a first come first served basis.
Payment to students comes in the form of earned income from submitting worked hours on a
timesheet and paid monthly by means of a paycheck. Students have the option of direct deposit
or receiving paper check; however, direct deposit is strongly recommended. Because FWS is
earned income, it is susceptible to Federal and State taxes and a W-2 will be issued each year at
the end of January.
Student Positions – Financial Aid Not Required
Student employment also offers department-funded positions where financial aid is not
required. This funding can also supplement students that exhaust their federal work study
hours, if available, or when the Student Employment Office does not have FWS funding
available. Those positions must be available in order to apply or be referred. If the positions are
offered online to apply, they are referred to as “Student Employment District Jobs” on the
website. Eligibility mirrors federal work study positions with the exception that the FAFSA and
SAP standards are not required.
ALL STUDENT EMPLOYEES MUST ADHERE TO THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT. NON-COMPLIANCE OF THE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS MAY RESULT IN TERMINATION.
CalWORKs Work Study
Eligible CalWORKs students can be connected with entry-level employment opportunities that
could be related to their field of study if available. The aim is to cultivate working relationships
with employers so that students can gain valuable job skills and secure employment directed
toward their career development as they complete their educational goals. CalWORKs
employment can be on or off-campus. Students are guaranteed 20 hours per week contingent
upon funding availability, financial unmet need determined by the FAFSA financial aid application
and maintaining eligibility in the CalWORKs Program.
Students must:
• Be enrolled in at least half-time:
o Fall and spring, 6 or more units.
o Summer and winter, 3 or more units.
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average.
• Maintain eligibility with GAIN and receive cash aid for yourself.
• Have a current FAFSA application and a completed file with MVC with unmet need
available.
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Eligible students may visit their MVC CalWORKs counselor to complete an application and
provide a current Welfare to Work contract.
Federal Direct Loan Program
Federal Direct Loans (DL) (Direct Loan Stafford Subsidized Loans or Direct Loan Stafford
Unsubsidized Loans) are borrowed funds that are different from grants and federal work-study.
Direct Loans must be repaid with interest. Applying for and receiving student loans is a very
serious obligation, so before you apply for a loan, it is a good idea to consider the following:
• Think about the amount you will need to cover your educational expenses.
• Have a thorough understanding of how much your payments will be once your
repayment period begins.
• Be aware of the amount you have to repay over the years.
To qualify for Federal Direct Stafford loans, students must meet all of the requirements for
federal student financial aid and have their eligibility for all other grants determined first. Federal
student loans should be a student’s last resource.
MVC offers both subsidized and unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford loans for the fall and
spring semesters. These loans are designed to help you achieve your educational goals. Funds
will come from the Department of Education (DOE). You will repay these loans to the DOE or
its assigned servicing agent. Remain in constant contact with your servicer to avoid delays in
student loan payment and to ensure successful repayment. To estimate your monthly loan
repayment amount and for additional information on student loans, please visit
https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans.
Subsidized loans are for students who have demonstrated financial need. Each academic year
you may borrow up to $3500 ($1750 fall, $1750 spring) as a first-year student (completed less
than 30 units) or $4500 ($2250 fall, $2250 spring) as a second-year student (completed 30 units
or more.)
For subsidized loans, the federal government pays the interest during deferment periods while
students are enrolled in college at least half-time.
Unsubsidized loans are not based on financial need. Students are responsible for paying the
interest on these loans. Interest starts accruing as soon as the loan is disbursed and ends when
the loan is paid in full. Students may choose to defer the interest payments while they are
enrolled in college at least half-time. MVC recommends that students make interest payments
while they are in college.
At MVC, we plan to help students reach their educational goal with the least amount of student
loan debt as possible. MVC does not recommend borrowing more than $20,000 at the
community college level (this includes loans from any other institution that you attended).
Students who already owe $20,000 or more will be required to meet with a financial aid
representative prior to a loan being approved. If you have loans from other schools and are
unsure of how much you have borrowed, you can view your complete loan history at Manage
Loans | Federal Student Aid (Studentaid.gov – Manage Loans) – your FSA ID is required to
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access this website. (This is the same FSA ID that you would use to fill out your FAFSA online
and sign you Master Promissory Note (MPN). To obtain an FSA ID go to FSA ID Create an
Account.
If MVC entered into an agreement with you regarding a Federal Direct Loan, we are required
to inform you that the loan will be submitted to the National Student Loan Data System
(NSLDS) and will be accessible by government agencies, lenders, and institutions determined to
be authorized users of the data system.
How to Apply for a Student Loan at Moreno Valley College
1. Submit the FAFSA online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa and list MVC school
code 041735.
2. Complete any financial aid tasks/actions on the MVC FA Portal at
https://mvc.studentforms.com.
3. Check your RCCD student email for a final award notice for any grants, Federal Work-
Study (FWS) or scholarships before applying for a loan.
4. It is required that you are meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standard.
Please refer to the table of contents to review the SAP requirements.
5. Submit a copy of a current official full program Student Educational Plan (SEP), dated
within one year of your loan request.
6. It is required that you are currently enrolled and attending at least 6 units on the SEP that
are applicable and required towards your degree.
7. Make sure you have declared an academic program (major) on file with Admissions and
Records which matches your SEP.
8. Successfully complete the Direct Loan Entrance Counseling with a score of 100%, at
https://studentaid.gov/entrance-counseling/.
9. Successfully complete your electronic Master Promissory Note (MPN) online at
https://studentaid.gov/mpn/ before applying for a student loan at MVC. If you are a repeat
student loan borrower at MVC, you are not required to complete the entrance exam or
eMPN as you already have one on file. However, it is recommended by MVC that
students who are repeat borrowers use the student loan Financial Aid Awareness
Counseling Tool (FACT) before continuing to borrow. The eMPN expires after 10 years.
If you meet the above requirements, you may request a loan packet from the financial aid
counter during the fall and spring semesters within the posted deadlines. Submit the Federal
Stafford Loan Request Form along with any other required forms.
After you have turned in your loan request and required documents:
• You will receive a status notification within two weeks from the deadline date you submitted
the Federal Direct Loan Request Form. Please refer to the loan request receipt for deadline
and notification dates.
• All loan disbursements are processed through BankMobile. If you have not already signed
up to receive your financial aid funds, visit our website at http://www.mvc.edu/services/sfs/
and see the BankMobile section of this guide for additional information.
• All students are required to complete the Direct Loan EXIT Counseling online at
https://studentaid.gov/exit-counseling/ after completing their program, dropping below
half-time, or leaving MVC.
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• If your loan is not processed you will be notified within two weeks from the deadline date
you submitted the Loan Request Form.
Student Loan Alternatives
Before you decide to apply for a loan to fund your education, it is smart to explore other
options that don’t require repayment! Student Employment is an option for students to work
part-time on and off-campus to assist with the cost of educational expenses. Wages are paid
directly to you and help pay for college expenses. The best part is you never have to pay this
money back! Please review our section on Federal Work-Study before deciding to borrow a
student loan or visit the MVC Student Employment counter located in the Welcome Center.
Scholarships are another student loan alternative; you can find and apply for many different
types of scholarships on the internet. Some websites to visit are:
• www.careeronestop.org
• www.immigrantsrising.org
• www.fastweb.com
• www.scholarships.com
• www.studentscholarshipsearch.com
Personal savings/gifts can also be used to fund your education. These funds can be used to pay
for books, student fees and supplies. See section on Scholarships.
Federal Student Loan Default Management Plan
The MVC Federal Student Loan Default Management Plan expects all students who receive a
loan at MVC to complete a loan entrance and exit Counseling session. Students may complete
both the loan entrance and exit counseling online at studentaid.gov. Complete the entrance
counseling when applying and the exit counseling prior to leaving the college or falling below
half-time.
California College Promise Grant
The California College Promise Grant (CCPG) is a state fee waiver program that is specifically
for students at California Community Colleges. The CCPG waives the per-unit enrollment fee
(currently $46.00 per unit) for California resident students, AB 540 students, eligible AB 1899
students as determined by the Admissions & Records office, and students who meet AB 801
criteria who have been without a residence in the last 24 months, (homeless) verified by the
Student Financial Services office, who are meeting academic and progress standards.
For more information about AB1899 and AB801, please visit the Admissions and Records
webpage.
• The CCPG is not a cash award; the waiver is applied directly to tuition fees for all
students who qualify. CCPG is applied to tuition fees as a year-round entitlement,
regardless of the number of units in which a student is enrolled.
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• The CCPG also allows students to purchase parking at reduced rates for the fall and
spring semesters.
• The CCPG does not pay for Student Services, Transportation or Health fees, books,
educational supplies/expenses or course material fees (such as art, CPR, lab or lifeguard
fees as listed in the MVC course catalog).
Apply Online:
• The primary application for the CCPG is the 2024-2025 FAFSA or 2024-2025 California
Dream Act Application (CADAA).
• Once your FAFSA or CADAA is received, the CCPG will automatically be awarded to
eligible students based on the information provided in the primary application.
• You can view your award information on your Award Letter in the Financial Aid section of
MVC MyPortal.
Apply by Paper:
The paper CCPG application is considered a secondary application to be used for special
circumstances determined on a case-by-case basis by financial aid. Not everyone will qualify to
complete the paper CCPG application because the qualifying income requirement is very low.
Tax documents are required to verify qualifying income for the paper CCPG application. If the
income requirements are not met, the student will be required to fill out the FAFSA or
CADAA, which allows a higher qualifying income for CCPG eligibility.
For CCPG type B eligibility a student’s total income (or parents’ total income for dependent
students) must be within the following income standards. Tax documentation will be required
along with the paper application:
Family size
Base Year
Income
1
$21,870
2
$29,580
3
$37,290
4
$45,000
5
$52,710
6
$60,420
7
$68,130
8
$75,840
Each Additional
Family Member
$7,710
Families that are currently receiving TANF/CalWORKs, SSI/SSP, or General Assistance/General
Relief are eligible for CCPG type A and are eligible to complete the CCPG paper application.
Acceptable proof of eligibility or documentation for CCPG type A varies depending on the type
of benefits you or your family are receiving:
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• For TANF/CalWORKs or General Assistance – acceptable documentation includes
Notice of Action dated within the previous month, or the previous or current month’s
check.
• For SSI/SSP – acceptable documentation includes award letter or bank statement showing
a deposit from the current or previous month.
If you are under 25 years of age and have been verified as having been without a residence in
the last 24 months (homeless youth) immediately preceding the receipt of your application for
admission, you are eligible for CCPG types A, B, or C and are eligible to complete the CCPG
paper application. Verification may be made by the MVC Homeless and Foster Youth Liaison or
one of the following:
• A homeless services provider as defined in the Health and Safety Code, section
103577(b)(3).
• The director of a federal TRIO program, Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for
Undergraduate Programs, or a designee.
• A financial aid administrator for an institution of higher education.
If you qualify under any of the following Special Classifications, you are eligible for the CCPG
type A and are eligible to complete the paper CCPG application:
• You are a dependent of a deceased or disabled veteran and have been determined eligible
for the fee waiver by the California Department of Veterans Affairs or National Guard
Adjutant General.
• You are a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient or child of a recipient.
• You are a dependent of a victim of the 9/11 terrorist attack.
• You are a dependent of deceased law enforcement or fire personnel killed in the line of
duty.
For any of the listed Special Classifications, a letter or Certificate of Eligibility is required along
with a completed paper CCPG application. Special classification fee waivers are exempt from
the requirement to meet academic and progress standards as outlined in the Loss of CCPG
information at the end of this section.
• Veterans can contact the Riverside County Veterans Services office at (951) 955-3060 for
information on obtaining the Certificate of Eligibility.
Paper CCPG applications are available in the Student Financial Services office. You must apply
for the CCPG using the FAFSA or CADAA before each summer intersession. The applications
are available beginning every October 1 prior to the summer semester.
If you have been determined to be eligible for the CCPG after you have paid your fees during
the current semester, you may be entitled to a refund.
• A refund will not be automatically generated for prior semesters, only for current
semesters.
• You must request the account billing to be updated at the Admissions and Records office
for any prior semester if determined CCPG eligible after the semester has ended.
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• If you drop classes after the refund deadline established by Admissions and Records, you
will not be eligible for a CCPG refund for the dropped classes.
Loss of Eligibility for California College Promise Grant
A student shall become ineligible for a California College Promise Grant if the student is placed
on academic and/or progress probation for two consecutive primary terms. Loss of eligibility
shall become effective at the first registration opportunity after such determination is made.
Students will be notified of their placement on academic or progress probation no later than
thirty days following the end of the term that resulted in the student’s placement on probation.
The notification sent to the students will clearly state that two consecutive primary terms of
probation will lead to a loss of the California College Promise Grant until the student is no
longer on probation. The notification will also advise students about the available student
support services to assist them in maintaining eligibility.
NOTE: Foster Youth and Former Foster Youth, up to the day before their 26th birthday, are
not subject to loss of the CCPG due to placement on academic or progress probation and
therefore do not need to submit an appeal.
How to Regain Eligibility
If you lose your eligibility for the CCPG, you can have it reinstated by:
• Improving your GPA and/or course completion measures to meet the academic and
progress standards,
• Stop attending your school district for two consecutive primary terms (fall/spring), or
• Submit and receive approval for a CCPG appeal.
A student may appeal the loss of a CCPG by meeting one of the following criteria:
• Documented extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances are verified cases of
accidents, illnesses, etc. that occurred during the term the student did not make progress.
• When a student with a disability applied for, but did not receive, a reasonable
accommodation in a timely manner.
• Due to circumstances that might include documented changes in the student’s economic
situation.
• When there is evidence that the student was unable to obtain essential student support
services.
• Extenuating circumstances also includes special consideration of the specific factors
associated with Veterans, CalWORKs, EOPS, and DSPS student status.
Appeal Process
Being placed on academic dismissal will result in loss of the CCPG. Any combination of two
consecutive terms of cumulative GPA below 2.0 and/or cumulative unit completion of less than
50 percent may result in loss of fee waiver eligibility. Appeal forms for the CCPG are located at
the Admissions & Records office.
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When you submit a CCPG appeal, three items are required:
1. The completed and signed CCPG Appeal form.
2. A statement explaining the reason you are appealing.
3. Attach all related supporting documents to justify the appeal reason(s). For an extenuating
circumstance exemption, documents such as doctor’s notes, accident report, loss of job,
etc. must be included.
Submit the completed appeal form to the Admissions & Records office at MVC or at
[email protected]. A valid photo ID must be presented. Appeal results will be sent to you
via your RCCD student email within 3-5 business days. Please ensure your RCCD email is
activated.
College Resources and Support
• Counseling services (951) 571-6104
• Tutoring services (951) 571-6944
• Disability Support Services (951) 571-6138
• Extended Opportunities and Program Services (951) 571-6253
• TRIO/ACES (951) 571-6275
• MVC Student Support
Cal Grant
Cal Grants are state grants administered by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC).
These grants are awarded to California residents to assist with educational expenses at any
qualifying college or institution.
Cal Grant A assists with tuition and fees at four-year public and private colleges as well as at
some private career colleges. If you receive a Cal Grant A but decide to attend a California
Community College (CCC) first, your award will be held in reserve for up to two years until
you transfer to a four-year university.
Cal Grant B assists low-income students attending a California Community College (CCC)
with living expenses and books. The award amount varies each year and may be used for books,
living expenses and/or transportation.
Cal Grant C assists students with tuition and training costs for technical or occupational,
vocational, or career training programs. Awards vary each year, and funding is available for up to
two years depending upon the length of the program. To qualify, you must enroll in an
occupational, technical or vocational program that is at least four months long at a California
Community College. For more information, visit www.csac.ca.gov.
The Cal Grant Community College Entitlement Award
The Cal Grant Community College Entitlement Award is for students attending a California
Community College (CCC). Applicants must submit a FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application,
plus a verified Cal Grant GPA to the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) by September
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2. New awards will become available in the Fall of 2024.
Who is considered for a Community College Entitlement Award?
• Students enrolled at a California Community College (CCC) in their award year.
• Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements.
Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Awards
Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Awards are available for California residents who graduated
from a California high school after June 30, 2000, and attend a California Community College
then transfer to a qualifying Baccalaureate-degree granting college. Students must transfer from
a California Community College to a bachelor’s degree-granting school in the award year for
which the award is offered.
Students are guaranteed an award if they have at least:
• 2.4 Community College GPA minimum.
• Meet the admissions requirements for the qualifying four-year college.
• Meet the Cal Grant eligibility and financial requirements.
• Apply by March 2 of the award year.
• Are under the age of 28 as of December 31st of the award year.
Students who received a Cal Grant within a year of graduating from high school are not eligible.
Students with Dependent Children (SWD)
Cal Grant students attending a University of California, California State University, or California
Community College campus who have dependent children may be eligible for an access award.
The Students with Dependent Children (SWD) Grant increases the Cal Grant award by up to
$6,000 for qualifying Cal Grant A and B recipients and up to $4,000 for qualifying Cal Grant C
recipients.
To qualify, the student must have dependent children that are under 18 years of age for whom
they provide more than half of their financial support during the academic year.
Cal Grant B Foster Youth Award
The Cal Grant B Foster Youth award allows students who are current and former foster youth
to be eligible for increased Cal Grant eligibility. Foster youth have until their 26 birthday to
apply.
• Foster youth students may renew their Cal Grant B awards for the equivalent of eight
years of full-time attendance in an undergraduate program.
• Foster youth students have until their 26th birthday to apply for the Cal Grant High School
Entitlement Award.
• Foster youth students attending a California Community College can apply for a High
School Entitlement award through September 2nd (rather than March 2nd).
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How to Apply
1. You must complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA online at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa or
the 2024-2025 California Dream Act Application (CADAA) online at csac.ca.gov by the
March 2 or September 2 deadline AND
2. You must have your GPA verified by the March 2
nd
deadline (or the September 2
nd
deadline
for Community College students) by one or more of the following methods:
a. If you have completed at least 16 degree-applicable units at RCCD with a 2.0
GPA or better, and have attended RCCD since the summer 2021 semester,
RCCD will submit your GPA electronically to CSAC by the March 2
nd
or
September 2
nd
deadline.
b. If you have completed at least 16 degree-applicable units with a 2.0 GPA at
another college, you can have that college verify your GPA by the March 2
nd
or
September 2
nd
deadline.
c. If you have completed less than 16 degree-applicable units, but have graduated
from high school within the past five years, you may ask your high school to
submit your GPA by the March 2
nd
or September 2
nd
deadline.
d. If you have completed less than 16 degree-applicable units with a 2.0 GPA and
have been out of high school for more than five years, you may submit GED,
SAT or ACT scores along with the GPA verification form by the March 2
nd
or
September 2
nd
deadline. Go to collegeboard.com for testing dates and locations.
For information on the specific types of Cal Grant awards or for more information about CSAC
programs, you can visit the CSAC website at csac.ca.gov.
Cal Grant Eligibility Requirements:
• Complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA or the 2024-2025 CADAA and have your GPA verified by
the March 2
nd
or September 2
nd
deadline.
• Meet the Cal Grant Income and Asset Ceilings criteria.
• Be a California resident for one year or meet the AB540 criteria.
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (parents do not need to be citizens or eligible non-
citizens) or meet the AB540 criteria for CADAA applicants.
• Have a valid social security number or meet the AB540 criteria.
• Have not yet received a Bachelor’s or professional degree.
• Show financial need at MVC.
• Be enrolled in a program leading to an undergraduate degree or certificate.
• Be enrolled at least half-time (six or more units).
• Not owe a refund on any state/federal grants or be in default on a student loan.
• Meet the MVC Student Financial Services Satisfactory Academic Progress standard (SAP)
standard.
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Awarding Process
In order to receive your Cal Grant award at Moreno Valley College, you must:
• Complete your financial aid file and any pending actions listed on your Financial Aid Task
Portal at mvc.studentforms.com.
• Claim MVC as your school of attendance at mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov.
• Meet all of the above eligibility requirements.
• If you have graduated from high school within the past year and have been awarded an
Entitlement Cal Grant award, a self-certification of high school graduation will be required
by CSAC before MVC is permitted to release funds.
• You may self-certify your high school graduation by logging on to WebGrants 4 Students at
mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov.
• California Community College Transfer Entitlement Grants are available for California
residents who graduated from a California high school after June 30, 2000, and attend a
California Community College then transfer to a qualifying Baccalaureate-degree granting
college. You must transfer from a California community college to a Bachelor’s degree-
granting school in the award year for which the award is offered.
**If awarded a Cal Grant, you must complete your FAFSA application or your CADAA
application every year by the March 2
nd
deadline in order to renew your award. You can make
appropriate changes to your Cal Grant award (for example: change awarding schools) online at
mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov.
NOTE: Please be advised that any Cal Grant award offer is tentative and subject to
the final approval of the State Budget Act. Students who are paid a Cal Grant and
withdraw from any units prior to the census date for a course may be determined
in overpayment of the Cal Grant funds and be required to repay that overpayment
to the college. If you are unsure if you will be in overpayment, please contact our
office prior to withdrawing from any classes.
Student Success Completion (SSCG) Grant
The Student Success Completion Grant (SSCG) is a financial aid program for Cal Grant B and C
recipients attending a California Community College full time. In addition to the annual Cal
Grant B and C awards paid at community colleges, the Student Success Completion Grant
provides full-time students with additional financial aid to help offset the total cost of
community college attendance.
To be eligible for the SSCG, students must:
• Be eligible for and receive a Cal Grant B or C award as a full-time student (12 units or
more).
• Be a California Resident or exempt from paying non-resident tuition under Section
68130.5 or 76140 (AB 540 eligible).
• Meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress Standard (SAP) at MVC.
• Have unmet financial need.
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The SSCG is disbursed to students via their disbursement choice with Bank Mobile. The
disbursement will be released once the student has passed census for the fall and/or spring
term. Students may be eligible for the following disbursement amounts based on unit load for fall
and/or spring terms:
Enrollment
Level
Eligible
Students
Current or Former
Foster Youth
12-14.99
Up to: $1,298 annually
Up to: $5,250 annually
15+
Up to: $4,000 annually Up to: $5,250 annually
*Awards for this grant are contingent upon available funding. Students are encouraged to
complete their financial aid files early to be considered for this award.
Chafee Grant Program
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) awards the Chafee Grant to current and
former foster youth to use for career and technical training or college courses. The Chafee
Grant is awarded for up to $5,000 annually (or up to the student’s financial aid unmet need) for
students enrolled in six or more units during the fall, spring, or summer semesters.
Eligibility Requirements
• Be a current or former foster youth who was a ward of the court, living in foster care, for
at least one day between the ages of 16 and 18
• If you are/were in Kin-GAP, a non-related legal guardianship, or were adopted, you are
eligible only if you were a dependent or ward of the court, living in foster care, for at least
one day between the ages of 16 and 18
• Have not reached your 26th birthday as of July 1 of the award year
• Have not participated in the program for more than 5 years (whether or not consecutive).
Application Process
1. Submit the 2024-2025 FAFSA online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa or the
2024-2025 CADAA at http://dream.csac.ca.gov.
2. Submit the California Chafee Grant Program online application at
https://chafee.csac.ca.gov/ or complete the paper form and mail it (for first time applicant’s
only).
3. Complete all 2024-2025 financial aid tasks/actions listed on your FA portal at
https://mvc.studentforms.com to determine eligibility for additional financial aid (not
required for the Chafee Grant).
4. Enroll in 6 or more units per semester as early as possible. Check WebAdvisor or
MyPortal for registration dates. Former foster youths are eligible for priority
registration until their 26th birthday!
5. CSAC will notify the student by email when they are awarded the Chafee Grant. Student’s
must submit a FAFSA or CADAA, meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (as outlined in
California Senate Bill SB 150) and be enrolled 6 or more units before the SFS office can
confirm student’s Chafee Grant eligibility with CSAC. Students may check their status,
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make updates, and address pending items on their WebGrants 4 students account at
https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/logon.asp.
6. MVC will notify you via your student email when your funds are ready to be disbursed.
CSAC Awarding Process
Students’ completed applications are sorted by application date, and awards are offered based
on the following priority selection criteria:
• Paid** renewal students who have not reached their 26th birthday as of July 1st of the
award year.
• New and ***non-paid renewal students who will be 25 years old as of July 1st of the award
year.
• New and non-paid renewal students who have dependents.
• New and non-paid renewal students who have an unmet need of $5,000 or more.
• New and non-paid renewal students who have an unmet need of less than $5,000.
** Students who have received a Chafee payment.
*** Students who have not received a Chafee payment.
Upon selection for an award, students are sent payment notifications for each term. To check
your eligibility for the Chafee Grant, visit https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/logon.asp.
Chafee Grant Disbursements
Chafee grants are now processed and disbursed through BankMobile. Students have the option
to receive their disbursement as a direct deposit to a checking account, or to a BankMobile
account. If the student has already selected a disbursement preference with BankMobile at
MVC, no further action is required – they will receive their Chafee grant disbursement through
their current selected method. If no BankMobile preference has been selected, information on
how to make that choice will be sent to the student’s RCCD email when their funds are ready
to be disbursed.
Chafee Grant Program Updates (SB 150)
Effective January 1, 2020, California adopted new rules regarding the distribution process and
eligibility requirements for the Chafee Education and Training Voucher program. Provided
below is an explanation of the pertinent provisions of the bill that enacted these changes.
Student Support Services and Resources
Moreno Valley College will provide Chafee grant recipients information about support services
and resources available on campus and information on completing an educational plan with
their first grant disbursement.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
All students at Riverside Community College District (RCCD) are meeting Satisfactory
Academic Progress as long as the student maintains the following:
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Qualitative Standard:
• Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0
Quantitative Standard:
• A completion percentage rate of 67% of the total (cumulative) units attempted AND
• The student has not exceeded the Maximum Time Frame of their selected program of
study
Failing to Meet SAP and Loss of Eligibility
If the student fails to meet SAP standards or loses eligibility for the Chafee Grant, SFS will send
a notification to the student’s RCCD email at the end of each semester with their current
status, requirements, or options to regain eligibility, if applicable.
If the student fails to meet SAP:
After two consecutive semesters – the student may continue to receive a Chafee Grant but
must meet with an appropriate college staff member to develop a plan for improving academic
progress in order to receive their remaining Chafee ETV Grant funds.
After three consecutive semesters – the student must meet with an appropriate college staff
member to update their plan in order to receive their remaining Chafee Grant funds.
After four consecutive semesters – the student loses eligibility for subsequent awards but may
appeal to retain eligibility.
Appeal Process
A student may appeal the loss of the Chafee Grant with MVC during any subsequent term
following the loss of eligibility. Student Financial Services will send a notification to the student’s
RCCD email with the process for completing an appeal. Once the completed appeal has been
submitted, SFS will review and automatically reinstate a student’s Chafee grant eligibility if one
of the following applies:
• The student achieves either a 2.0 GPA during the previous term or a cumulative GPA of
2.0
• The student demonstrates the existence of an extenuating circumstance that impeded
successful course completion in the past but that has since been addressed such that the
student is likely to demonstrate satisfactory academic progress in the future
• The student provides evidence of engagement with a supportive program, either on or off
campus, that is assisting the student to make continued academic progress
Returning Students
A student who loses Chafee Grant eligibility by not demonstrating SAP and subsequently is not
enrolled for one or more semesters (fall/spring), will become eligible upon re-enrollment.
Students will not be subject to appeal or SAP requirements at that time and will receive their
Chafee Grant funds during the first term of re-enrollment. If the student enrolls in subsequent
terms, SAP requirements will continue to apply.
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Contact Information
For questions regarding Chafee Grant policies or eligibility:
Angela Grimsby, MVC Chafee Grant Coordinator MVC Student Financial Services (SFS)
Email: Angela.Grimsby@mvc.edu Email: studen[email protected]
Phone: (951) 571-6368 Phone: (951) 571-6139
California Military Department GI Bill Award Program
(Formerly the California National Guard Education Assistance Award
Program)
The California Military Department GI Bill Award Program (CMD GI Bill), formerly the
California National Guard Education Assistance Award Program (CNG EAAP), is a State-funded
grant for up to 1,000 service members in the California Army or Air National Guard, California
State Guard, and the California Naval Militia, or as many participants as the annual budget will
allow. This Program authorizes the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) to make
payments to accepted eligible program participants. Participants can receive up to the amount
of the Cal Grant A award for attending the University of California or the California State
University, up to the Cal Grant B award for attending a community college, or up to the
University of California Cal Grant A amount for attending a non-public institution. Graduate
students who entered the program prior to the 2020-2021 academic year may receive an
additional $500 for books and supplies. Renewal applicants who maintain eligibility for the
program will continue under the CNG EAAP rules they entered the program under.
Eligibility Requirements
• Be an active member of the California National Guard, the California State Guard, or the
Naval Militia;
• Agree to remain an active member throughout the participation period in the program;
• Agree to serve two years in the California National Guard, the California State Guard, or
the California Naval Militia upon completion of the last academic period of utilizing this
program;
• Agree to use the award to obtain a certificate, degree, or diploma that you currently do
not possess;
• Agree to only obtain one degree (baccalaureate, graduate, or doctoral) while participating
in the Program;
• Agree to complete course of study within 10 years of initial acceptance into the Program;
• Be enrolled in, registered at, or accepted to a qualifying institution;
• Agree to maintain enrollment of a minimum of three (3) academic units per semester, or
the equivalent, at a qualifying institution as defined by California Education Code section
69432(l);
• Agree to maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA); and
• Be a resident of California for at least one year.
• Participants cannot receive a Cal Grant award check in the same academic year they
receive a CMD GI Bill award check.
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How to Apply
Initial applicants must submit the CMDGI Bill Initial Application, the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA), the Statement of Understanding (SOU), a Letter of Recommendation, and
an annual Service Commitment Agreement prior to the April 30 deadline to be considered a
priority applicant.
Applicants who do not complete all 5 steps by the April 30 deadline can apply as first-come,
first serve applicants by completing the Program’s Initial Application, the Free Application for
Federal 37 Student Aid (FAFSA), the Statement of Understanding (SOU), and a Service
Commitment Agreement until January 14, or until all awards have been exhausted.
Renewal participants must complete the CMD GI Bill Renewal Application and the Renewal
Statement of Understanding and, if the applicant entered the program during the 2020-2021
academic year or later, the annual Service Commitment Agreement. Renewal paperwork is
available from January 15 (or the next business day) through the deadline date of June 1. Failure
to renew will result in withdrawal from the CMD GI Bill.
Frequently Asked Questions and links for the application process are found at
calguard.ca.gov/education.
Student Employment
Federal Work Study Eligibility Requirements
All students seeking FWS positions MUST meet the following criteria:
• Apply for the FAFSA at www.studentaid.gov, list the MVC school code #041735, and
demonstrate financial need which is determined by the MVC SFS office.
• MVC must be your home college on your admissions application.
• Must maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average
• Be enrolled at least half-time at MVC (for employment purposes: 6 units for fall/spring
semesters and 3 units for summer/winter sessions).
• Have a valid, non-laminated, and signed social security card.
• TB test, fingerprinting, and food handler certification may be required for certain positions
upon hire as a condition for employment.
• Must meet the SFS Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standard. If a student fails to
meet SAP standards, they may be placed on warning and ultimately become ineligible for
financial aid, including FWS, which will result in the loss of their financial aid and
immediate suspension of their FWS position. The student will not be allowed to return to
work unless an appeal has been filed and approved by SFS and a written notification to
return to work has been issued by the Student Employment office.
• Agree to abide by the Student Employment Program Terms and Conditions for
Employment
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Department Funded Positions
All students seeking department funded positions MUST meet the following criteria:
• MVC must be your home college on your admissions application
• Must maintain a 2.0 cumulative grade point average
• Must be enrolled at least half-time at MVC (for employment purposes: 6 units for
fall/spring semesters and 3 units for summer/winter sessions).
• Have a valid, non-laminated, and signed social security card.
• TB test, fingerprinting, and food handler certification may be required for certain positions
upon hire as a condition for employment.
Benefits of Student Employment
• Flexible hours that work around your school schedule.
• Gain valuable work skills and experience.
• Develop interpersonal skills and learn organizational procedures.
• Acquire expertise in areas related to your academic/career interests.
• Earn extra income to help pay for educational expenses.
• Network within and outside of the MVC community.
How do I apply for student employment positions?
1. Complete your 2024-2025 FAFSA and required actions through the FA Portal, if any. (FWS
and CalWORKs only).
2. Visit MVC Student Employment page to view positions that are available and click on
"Information for Students," then the “View RCCD Job Board” link. New users will need to
create a login, password, and application by clicking on “Create Application.”
3. Submit your application once you have completed every section to the best of your
knowledge. Apply for as many jobs as you like and qualify for. Make sure you go into each
position description and read all the requirements before applying. All three colleges may
post their positions on this site so make sure you only apply to those jobs listed through
your home college.
4. Please allow 7-10 days after the position closing date for application responses and in
some instances, it may take longer depending on the number of applicants. The system
does NOT notify you of the status of your application. If selected for an interview you will
be contacted via the phone number or email address you provided on the application. If
you are not selected, you will be notified via an application status update. You may check
the application status by logging into the jobs’ website using the user ID and password you
created when applying or by following up with the hiring supervisor.
5. If and when you are hired, the supervisor will provide you with all of the required hire
forms.
6. Once the hire process is complete and approved, the supervisor and the student
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employee will be notified via email so that you may begin your employment (student
employees will be notified via the school email only, not personal email addresses).
All student employees must adhere to the Terms and Conditions for Employment.
Non-Compliance of the Terms and Conditions may result in Termination.
NOTE: STUDENTS ARE NOT TO BEGIN WORKING UNTIL ALL HIRING
FORMS ARE COMPLETE AND WRITTEN APPROVAL, SHOWING A HIRE
DATE, IS GIVEN BY THE STUDENT EMPLOYMENT OFFICE.
Scholarships
Scholarships are another resource that can provide financial assistance for students to
successfully meet their educational goals. Scholarships are available for application by all
students at Moreno Valley College (MVC) and high school seniors planning to attend MVC.
Some scholarships may be based on financial need and/or GPA and academic performance.
Other qualifications for scholarships may vary, such as your selected major or academic
program, career goal, club or volunteer and community involvement, etc.
To be awarded a scholarship, you must complete the scholarship application and go through
the eligibility and selection process. Scholarships are usually awarded to the student(s) who best
fit the qualifications as established by the donor or organization providing the scholarship funds.
The scholarship programs available for students at all colleges in the Riverside Community
College District are as follows:
RCCD Foundation Scholarships
Riverside Community College District (RCCD) Foundation offers scholarships for students
continuing their education at Moreno Valley College (MVC), students transferring to a four-
year university and high school seniors. RCCD scholarships are diverse and typically based on
general and/or donor criteria such as:
• GPA
• Financial need
• Military status
• Academic Path
• Volunteer work
The online scholarship application for the next academic year becomes available every fall
semester in mid-October. The scholarship system matches your completed application with
scholarship opportunities that best align with your qualifications. You may be the perfect fit for a
scholarship but will not know until you apply. The application is easy and worth the effort.
To apply for all RCCD Foundation scholarships:
1. To apply visit the www.mvc.edu/scholarships website and select “RCCD Foundation
Scholarship”. It will redirect you to the scholarship application system known as
Blackbaud. You must be admitted to MVC to be able to apply.
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2. You will be presented and should select “Continue with Blackbaud”.
3. Select to “continue with email option” and enter your RCC student email
4. Select “Send confirmation code” and an email confirmation code will be sent to your
RCCD student email to create an account.
5. Enter your RCCD student email address and create a password
6. You will be prompted to sign up for the multi-factor authentication using your phone
number or download an app. This is required by Blackbaud and cannot be waived by
MVC.
Scholarship workshops are held throughout the application period to provide students with
information on how to complete the scholarship application. Workshops are offered in-person
or virtually and are a great resource to assist student with information on how to complete the
scholarship application, respond to the required personal essay questions and obtaining
scholarship recommendations.
Please note:
• Scholarship recipients are notified in May via your RCCD student email.
• Offered RCCD Foundation scholarships will be applied beginning with Fall of the
upcoming academic year. You must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 units to be eligible for
the minimum award disbursement unless waived by the donor.
• Scholarships deemed “continuing scholarships” are for students with continued
attendance at MVC for the scholarship award year. “Transfer scholarships” are for
students transferring to a 4-year institution for the upcoming year.
High School Seniors Scholarships
The RCCD Scholarships specifically for high school seniors who plan to attend RCCD become
available early in the spring semester. You must have an activated RCCD assigned student email
to apply. Please visit the MVC Student Financial Services (SFS) website for instructions and to
be directed to the scholarship application system.
The Moreno Valley College Scholarship Committee, the RCCD Scholarship Committee and/or
scholarship donor committees, choose scholarship recipients. Scholarships are generally
disbursed half in the fall semester and half in the spring semester. Recipients must adhere to the
requirements of the scholarship criteria (such as GPA and unit completion) to maintain
scholarship eligibility. If, for any reason, the awarded recipient does not meet the requirements,
an alternate recipient will be chosen. All scholarship awards are contingent on available funding
and are disbursed by the refund method selected through BankMobile Disbursements (please
see the information regarding BankMobile Disbursements in this guide).
External/Outside Scholarships
There are many other opportunities for students to find scholarships outside of MVC. Although
searching for scholarships requires time and effort on the part of the student, it is well worth
the effort. The MVC SFS Office receives scholarship notices periodically from outside, off-
campus sources such as civic organizations, clubs, associations, business, etc. Scholarship
notices are posted in the SFS office and on the SFS Scholarship web page. To access the page,
go to www.mvc.edu/scholarships and select General Scholarships. It is up to you, the student,
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to follow the directions for application and follow-up for these scholarships.
A great resource for applying for outside scholarships is The Scholarship Search Secrets Guide
available at www.studentscholarshipsearch.com. Scholarships are also available from other
sources such as your college or local library, your parent’s or your employers, community
organizations, etc. You may also search for scholarships on the internet; however, beware of
sites requesting fees for their services. The following is a list of free websites to use in your
search for scholarships:
www.careeronestop.org www.fastweb.com
www.immigrantsrising.org www.scholarships.com
www.collegenet.com www.studentscholarshipsearch.com
www.unigo.com/scholarships
Search engines such as Google are the best tools available to you for finding scholarships.
However, there are a lot of secrets in terms of getting the best results out of the search
engines. For example, if you just searched for “scholarships” on Google, you’ll get millions of
results. So, you’ll need to develop a strategy for being more specific about the scholarships
you’re looking for. Refining your searches in Google can be done in a few steps.
• Pick a characteristic about yourself that you’d want to find a scholarship about.
• What do you want to study?
• What are your passions?
• What are your hobbies?
By narrowing down what you are searching for, you’ll find pages of scholarships that you can
apply for.
There are good words, bad words, and then there are magic words. What are magic words?
Magic words are words you use in your Web searches that are used less conversationally, and
so when you search for scholarships with those terms, you’ll probably get better results. For
example, one of the most powerful words in scholarship search is the word foundation.
Scholarships are most often administered by foundations, but rarely do people ever bring up
the sponsoring foundation conversationally in a Web page, so when you search for scholarships
with the word “foundation” in your search, you’ll be more likely to find the awarding
foundation. Magic words become very important when you have relatively broad topics you’re
searching for. What are some of the most magic words you can use in your scholarship search?
• Scholarship/scholarships – yes, they are different, singular and plural – you should assume
from here on that any term which appears in singular should also be tried plural, and vice
versa.
• Grant
• Financial aid
• Endowment
• Foundation
• Fellowship
• Honorarium
• Trust
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• Application
• Deadline
• Pdf
If you are awarded a scholarship from a source outside of MVC, the procedures
to use your scholarship at MVC are as follows:
1. The organization or donor providing the scholarship will contact you if they have chosen
you as the recipient of their scholarship.
2. Follow the donor’s directions for the procedure to have your scholarship funds sent to
MVC. If proof of enrollment is required, you may submit your printed class schedule from
Web Advisor, or, if they are requesting “official” proof of enrollment, contact the MVC
Admissions and Records Office at (951) 571-6101.
3. For students who receive the Governor’s Scholarship Program: you may access your
scholarship funds by completing the Qualified Withdrawal Form and submitting it to the
Governor’s Scholarship Program. The Qualified Withdrawal Form is available at
www.scholarshare529.com. For help in filling out the form, call 1-800-544-5248.
4. For information on the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program
(CalKIDS) and to access student savings, visit www.calkids.org or call 1-888-445-2377.
5. Once MVC receives your scholarship funds, you will be sent an email from the MVC SFS
office acknowledging receipt of the funds and a schedule of disbursement dates.
6. Once the SFS office determines you are actively enrolled in classes and that you meet all
requirements of the donor, your scholarship funds will be disbursed to you on the next
disbursement date.
How to Avoid Scholarship Scams
There is no shortage of con artists and scams when it comes to paying for college and spotting
them can save you money and heartbreak. Any scholarship, grant, foundation, or organization
that’s legitimate won’t ask for a penny out of your pocket.
Any one of these signs should be a red flag that you may be dealing with a scholarship scam:
• Asking for money: Reputable scholarships are free to apply for and free to receive. Scams
typically charge for the application, or use deceptive language such as “reserve your
scholarship with your credit card number.” Reputable scholarships never need to charge
money
• Asking for lots of non-relevant personal information: Scams using identity theft ask lots of
personal information typically not relevant to a scholarship application such as bank
account numbers, Social Security numbers, and other financially related information.
• Claims of exclusivity: A fair number of scams make the claim that their information cannot
be found anywhere else, and therefore you should pay for their services. In the age of
Google, information exclusivity is a thing of the past. Do not pay.
• Claims of guarantees: The truth of scholarship hunting is that there are no guarantees. No
one can guarantee that you will be awarded a scholarship and any company advertising a
paid service making such a claim is likely a scam.
• Receiving letters of potential awards that you never applied for: Scholarships are in such
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demand that no awarding agency needs to make unsolicited awards to recipients. This
includes email notifications of any kind about scholarships that you never applied for.
• “Free” seminars with an up sell: The latest trick that some companies and individuals are
using is the free financial aid seminar offer. These seminars typically promise great financial
aid information, but end with a hard sales pitch to attend a future paid seminar, buy
books, DVDs, or other materials (usually at high prices). There are plenty of free financial
aid seminars offered by high schools and colleges that are worth attending instead. Check
with your guidance office or financial aid office for details on those seminars.
• If something feels, sounds, or seems “fishy”, it probably is. The most important thing you
can do when it comes to scholarship scams is to trust your instincts. With the Internet
and other freely available resources, there is no shortage of legitimate scholarships to
apply for.
• Remember the golden rule of scholarships: Money flows to the student, never the other
way around, beware of any scholarship claims to the contrary.
Student Services and Additional Programs and Assistance
Welcome Center
The Welcome Center (WC), which is located by parking lot B, houses a wide array of student
services designed to accommodate the needs of new, continuing, transferring, and returning
students in a "One-Stop-Shop" format, and aims to make students’ college experience go as
smoothly as possible. The WC is home to Admissions & Records, Student Financial Services,
Counseling services and spaces like the Common Ground Center.
The WC is staffed by a team of Peer Leaders able to assist with, enrollment, WebAdvisor,
Myportal and EduNav, RCCD Email and Single Sign-On, ConexED online orientation,
assessment test appointments, counseling and general financial aid questions and support.
Veterans Services
Veterans Services mission at Moreno Valley College is to serve veterans with dignity, respect
and honor. Veterans Services is committed to provide effective and timely services in a safe,
challenging and supportive learning environment that will prepare MVC veteran students to
pursue their future academic and career endeavors. The Veterans Resource Center (VRC)
offers support to MVC Veteran students through the Veterans Resource Center. For assistance
and answers to your questions regarding VA benefits, stop by the Veterans Resource Center in
Parkside Complex (PSC) 13 or visit the Virtual VRC during normal operating hours. You may
Veterans may be eligible for priority registration for future terms. Simply bring in a copy of your
DD214 to the Veterans Services office to check if you are eligible. You'll be notified of your
eligibility through your RCCD student email account. Veteran dependents are not eligible for
priority registration. If you are a Veteran, a spouse, or dependent of a Veteran, you may be
entitled to receive Veterans educational benefits. You may view GI Bill eligibility requirements
online at Education and Training Home (va.gov) or by calling 1-888-442-4551. Also, be sure to
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check out military.com for available scholarships.
• New Benefit User: Never previously used VA educational benefits.
• Continuing Benefit User: Used benefits at Moreno Valley College in the previous term.
• Previous Benefit User: Previously used VA benefits at another institution.
If you are a dependent of a deceased or disabled Veteran, and a California resident you may be
eligible for the California College Promise Grant (CCPG). For more information on how to
qualify to have your fees waived contact the MVC Veterans office or the Student Financial
Services office. Remember, in addition to your Veterans education benefits, financial aid may be
available by completing the FAFSA application online at studentaid.gov. Financial aid is in
addition to and does not affect your Veterans education benefits.
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) is a specialized program that provides
additional educational and financial support services to those offered by Moreno Valley College
(MVC) to eligible students who have historically experienced economic and educational
disadvantages. EOPS services include academic, career and personal counseling, priority
registration, book vouchers, one-to-one tutoring, academic progress reports and
transfer/career assistance. To be eligible to apply for EOPS, students must meet all of the
following:
• Be a California resident or AB540 eligible
• Be eligible for the California Community College Promise Grant (CCPG) type A or B
• Be enrolled Full-Time (12 or more units) during the semester accepted into EOPS; 9 units
which must be taken at MVC. Disabled students cleared through Disability Support
Services (DSS) to take less than 12 units per semester may be enrolled part-time.
• Have not completed more than 45 college degree applicable units
• Have completed a recent 2-year Educational Plan (SEP) or 1 Semester Educational Plan
with a Counselor at MVC.
Be aware that EOPS book vouchers are considered a financial assistance resource and may
reduce your eligibility for Federal Work Study, student loans and other aid. If you have applied
for and been awarded an EOPS book voucher, this award will be listed on your financial aid
award letter. For more information regarding this program and other eligibility requirements
visit their website at https://mvc.edu/student-support/special-programs/eops/index.php or
contact their office at (951) 571-6253.
Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE) is a state program that helps to meet
the unique needs of single parents. Students, who are single heads of welfare households with
young children, receive additional counseling, child care and transportation assistance, help with
supplies, workshops and more. CARE students are also enrolled in the EOPS program.
To be eligible to apply for EOPS students must meet all of the following:
• Be a legal resident of the State of California, or be an eligible AB540 student
• Be enrolled Full-Time (12 or more units) during the semester you are accepted into
EOPS; 9 units of which must be taken at Moreno Valley College. Disabled students
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cleared through DSS to take less than 12 units per semester may be enrolled part-time.
• Have not completed more than 45 college degree applicable units
• Be eligible for a California College Promise Grant (CCPG "A" or "B")
• Have completed a recent 2 Year Educational Plan (SEP) or 1 Semester Educational Plan
with a Counselor at MVC
NextUp/Guardian Scholars Program
Moreno Valley College Guardian Scholars Program is committed to supporting current and
former foster youth exiting the foster care system. Our goal is to serve as a resource for young
scholars by assisting in their development and equipping them with the educational and
interpersonal skills necessary to become self-supporting, community leaders, role models, and
competent professionals in their selected fields.
We strive to provide a comprehensive program that collaborates with on-campus and off-
campus networks to provide support and services to help ensure your academic success. You
will have a designated Counselor and Student Success Coach assisting you throughout your
educational journey here at MVC. This approach contributes to the quality, depth and success
of the student's positive college experience.
Eligibility
• Be a current or prospective MVC student.
• Be a current or former foster youth.
• Contact Guardian Scholars/EOPS to start your eligibility verification and intake process.
• Submit Dependency Verification Letter (also known as Ward of Court letter). This letter
can be obtained from your county's child welfare agency, your former social worker, or
the Independent Living Program (ILP) to Sylvia Livingston at [email protected].
Services
• Navigate Enrollment Services
o College application assistance
o Help with moving through the orientation and counseling process
o FAFSA and CHAFEE Grant applications assistance
o Priority registration
o Financial help: textbooks, supplies, and services related to transportation, housing or
food
• Educational Planning
o Personalized academic counseling and advising
o Course selection and Student Educational Plan development
o Personalized Student Success Coach assistance
o Tutorial services
o Student success workshops
o Referrals to Counseling Services and Student Health & Psychological Services
• Student Engagement
o University tours and cultural field trips
o Peer mentoring
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o Annual Foster Care Awareness Event: Voices and Visions
For more information call EOPS/NextUP and Guardian Scholars at 951-571-6110 or reach out
to:
Sylvia Livingston, Student Success Coach Lucy Razo, Counselor
951-217-9302 909-294-6913
Workforce Preparation/CalWORKS
CalWORKS will help you achieve self- sufficiency through employment and education. If you
are a TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) recipient with minor children, working
at least 20 hours per week and attending or planning to attend MVC, you may be eligible to
receive special support services. Moreno Valley College’s CalWORKS services include
counseling, priority registration, job search and resume assistance, resource referrals, and
intensive joint case management with the County Welfare to Work (WTW) program. For
more information, call 951-571-6154, email [email protected] or visit their website at
mvc.edu/calworks.
Disability Support Services
The Disability Support Services (DSS) offers services to ensure access and accommodations to
individuals with unique challenges. Some of the services offered are academic advising and
career counseling, test accommodation, adaptive computer technology, note taking assistance
among other. For more information about the DSS department and its services, call (951) 571-
6138, video relay phone (951) 208-6896 or visit their website at www.mvc.edu/dss.
Additionally, the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Aid office also offers resources for
students with documented qualifying disability. There are various forms of resources from the
Department of Education available for the Visually- Impaired and Blind. The forms of resources
are the following:
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available in Braille
• Student Aid Audio Guide: The student audio guide is designed to give a student a four-
part, 60-minute overview of the Department’s Federal Student Aid Programs which
consist of:
o Application procedures
o Eligibility criteria
o Deferment and cancellation provisions
o Loan repayment
o Non-federal sources of assistance are available on this guide
A student can request an audio guide, or any of the Federal Student Aids’ publication and fact
sheets in alternate formats, such as Braille, by calling our Federal Student Aid Information
Center (FSAIC) at 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243; TTY 1-800-730-8913).
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Puente
The mission of the Puente Program at Moreno Valley College mission is to increase the number
of educationally underrepresented students who enroll in four-year colleges and universities,
earn college degrees and return to the community as mentors and leaders to future
generations. Puente students work closely with a guidance counselor to prepare an academic
plan to transfer to four-year institutions, and the students commit to a rigorous two-semester
English and personal Development sequence.
The Puente Program is an academic and community leadership program designed to help
students transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The program meets this goal through a
one-year series of Guidance courses, English classes, and mentoring from a professional from
the community.
Benefits
• Develop reading and writing skills
• Meet professionals in our community
• Learn strategies for success in college and in life
• Make university contacts and visit universities
• Create a successful transfer plan
• Participate in culturally-enriching activities
• Priority registration for participants
Counseling
Puente students work closely with their Puente counselor on a one-to-one basis for personal
counseling, to complete or update a comprehensive student educational plan (CSEP), to go
over topics related to major requirements, life planning, career exploration, and transfer
requirements, among other topics.
How do I join Puente?
Recruitment is continuous until the classes are full. The Puente Program operates under a first-
come, first-serve basis. Send in your application ASAP for the best chances of acceptance.
Learn how to join Puente or view Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
For more information, contact the 2022-2025 Puente coordinators:
María del Rocío Alvarez de Pacheco, Psy.D. Valarie Zapata, Ph.D. Professor,
Counseling Professor, English
951-571-6180 951-571-6153
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Umoja
The Umoja Community at Moreno Valley College is a program that is dedicated to enhancing
the cultural and educational experiences of Moreno Valley College students. The Umoja
Community serves at-risk educationally and economically disadvantaged students, believing that
when the voices and histories of students are deliberately and intentionally recognized, students
develop self-efficacy and a foundation for academic success. Umoja actively promotes student
success for all students, with an emphasis on African American student success, through
culturally responsive curricula and practices. It is our mission to increase the number of
educationally underserved students who enroll in our institution, to earn their degrees, transfer
to a four-year college or university, and return to the community as leaders and mentors for
future generations.
If you have any questions about available offerings or want to find out if you qualify, go to
mvc.edu/umoja or contact the Umoja program at 951-571-6446.
MVC Promise Initiative
The MVC Promise Initiative provides first-time college students free tuition for the first year
(even if you’re not eligible for financial aid), textbook vouchers and ongoing academic guidance.
First-time students who have never attended college are eligible.
The MVC Promise is made possible through state, federal and local funding sources including
donations from our community. First-time college students need to complete the interest form
before summer term, finish their college enrollment process including a FAFSA or CA Dream
Act financial aid application, and then enroll in classes for fall term. You will receive an email
with instructions on the next steps leading to your Promise contract's signing.
Benefits
• Covers tuition, fees, and assistance with textbooks not paid for by financial aid for the first
year of college
• Priority registration to ensure 12 - 15 units per semester
• A Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (CSEP) which maps out classes from the first
semester to the last
• An assigned student success coach who serves as a resource and provides structured
support
• Connections with and support from peers on similar paths and timelines
Eligibility
• Be 18 years of age or older OR have a high school diploma/GED OR be a graduating high
school senior
• New first time college student
• Have a completed FAFSA or California Dream Act Application on file (AB 540 students
are eligible for this program)
• Complete the Moreno Valley College application
• Commit to enrolling as a full-time student throughout the year, including enrollment in
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math and English courses
* Priority is given to graduates from any high school within Moreno Valley Unified and Val Verde
Unified School Districts
Maintaining Eligibility
Once accepted into the MVC Promise program you are agreeing to a contract of performance
that includes the following duties and requirements:
• Complete a Moreno Valley College Promise Agreement (signifying your commitment to
the program and your education)
• Develop a comprehensive educational plan (CSEP)
• Successfully complete a full-time course load
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average during your first year
Students who participate in EOPS/Guardian Scholars, Puente and
Umoja programs may qualify for MVC’s Promise Initiative.
For more information, visit mvc.edu/promise or contact the MVC Promise team at 951-571-
6334.
Middle College High School Program (MCHS)
The Middle College High School Program (MCHS) at Moreno Valley College (MVC), made
possible through the special partnership with Moreno Valley Unified School District and Val
Verde Unified School District (VVUSD), provides high school juniors and seniors the
opportunity to complete their last two years of schooling at MVC, to earn both their high
school diploma and an Associate’s Degree or Certificate. MCHS students enroll in college
courses which satisfy high school “A-G” graduation requirements that are transferable or can be
applied towards an Associate’s Degree.
In fall and spring, students are limited to 11 college units. During winter and summer, students
are limited to 8 college units. MCHS students have the opportunity to complete more than one
year worth of college units by the end of their senior year of high school.
Program Application Process
Only high school sophomores within MVUSD and VVUSD are eligible to apply to the MCHS
program at MVC. Each year, during the month of January, the MCHS staff provides classroom
presentations to sophomore classes within MVUSD and VVUSD.
In the month of February, the MCHS program hosts an annual MCHS Information Meeting at
one of the local high schools for students and parents/guardians interested in applying to the
program. It is MANDATORY that both the student and the parent/guardian attend the MCHS
Information Meeting to be eligible to apply. Interested students submit an application, which
includes their high school transcripts, standardized test scores, attendance and behavior
reports, and a student writing response. An Application Review Committee, made up by MCHS
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staff and high school counselors, review and score applications to determine if the applicants
are a good fit for the program. The Application Review Committee selects students for
interviews and acceptance. Between the two districts, a total of 100 students will be invited to
participate in the program. For more information, email MCHS at mchsprogr[email protected] or
call 951-571-6463.
The Academic Counseling and Educational Support (ACES)
The Academic Counseling and Educational Support (ACES) program is part of the national
TRIO Student Support Services network. The primary goal of ACES is to increase the retention
and graduation rates of students who are committed to transferring to a four-year institution by
increasing their access and opportunity to higher education.
This program offers targeted services for program participants, including academic counseling,
tutoring, mentoring, career and skill development, field experiences, and other services. For
more information, visit mvc.edu/aces.
Bureau of Indian Education Grant/Scholarship
The Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) Program the mission is to prepare students with the
knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to flourish in the opportunities of tomorrow. Higher
education, also called postsecondary education, is an optional stage of formal learning after
secondary education. The BIE serves American Indian and Alaska Native postsecondary
students through higher education scholarships and support funding for tribal colleges and
universities.
For more information regarding BIE Programs please visit bie.edu/landing-page/scholarships-
internships.
For more information regarding Native American Scholarships visit:
• collegescholarships.org/nativeamerican.htm
• collegescholarships.org/grants/native-american.htm
To determine eligibility for grants or scholarships your Tribe/Nation will send you a Financial
Needs Analysis form to be submitted to the MVC Student Financial Services (SFS) office. The
Needs Analysis requires that you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASA)
for the current academic year. You can complete the FAFSA online at studentaid.gov and list
MVC as your college (school code #041735). The MVC SFS office will return the completed
Financial Needs Analysis form to your Tribe/Nation who will determine your eligibility and
notify you regarding the amount of your scholarship or grant.
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AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps is a national service program whose missions is to meet community needs through
service and volunteering in education, environment, public safety, health, and homeland
security. Most volunteers serve in full or part- time positions for about a year. After
successfully completing a term of service students may use their Segal AmeriCorps Education
Award to pay for college, graduate school or to pay back qualified student loans. For more
information on how to become a member of the AmeriCorps National Service and the Segal
AmeriCorps Education Award, please visit nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps. If you have
earned a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, and you wish to use it at Moreno Valley College
(MVC) please see steps below.
• You must have completed the current FAFSA and be currently enrolled in classes at MVC
for the term requested for payment.
• You must then complete the AmeriCorps Voucher and Payment Request electronically at
my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do to request Segal AmeriCorps Education Award fund to be
sent to MVC.
*The amount the student is requesting in payment from AmeriCorps cannot exceed the
cost of attendance at MVC.
• The Moreno Valley College Student Financial Services office will then verify that you are
eligible to receive and use the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award at Moreno Valley
College.
Once approved, the AmeriCorps award funds will be sent to MVC in approximately two to
four weeks. You will be emailed notification to your RCCD student email account that Moreno
Valley College has received your AmeriCorps funds. The MVC Student Financial Services office
will then verify that you are enrolled in the semester requested and disburse the AmeriCorps
funds in the same matter as other financial aid.
Study Abroad/International Education Program
The Study Abroad Program offers an unparalleled international education experience. Semester
long programs that provide students with an opportunity to make progress toward their
educational objectives while absorbing another culture and gaining an appreciation for another
way of life. Classes are counted just as if they were taken at Moreno Valley College. The 2024-
25 California College Promise Grant (CCPG), formerly known as the Board of Governors Fee
Waiver (BOGW), will waive class fees for eligible units of enrollment taken during the Study
Abroad Program.
Students that have completed their 2024-25 FAFSA and their 2023-24 financial aid file, and have
been determined to be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress, grants and/or a Direct Loans
may be able to assist with the cost of the trip after making initial deposits to the Study Abroad
Program and Center for Academic Programs Abroad (CAPA).
For questions regarding the Study Abroad Program please contact, Nassef Girgis, International
contact Jonathan Castro, SFS Analyst at (951) 571-6497 or Jonathan.Castro@mvc.edu if you
have any questions regarding your financial aid file or grant eligibility and Moreno Valley College
(MVC) is currently listed as your home school. If you wish to change your Home College to
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MVC, contact Admissions and Records at 951-571-6100 or by email at admissions@mvc.edu.
Factors That Can Affect Your Eligibility
Citizenship
The U.S. Department of Education performs matches against the FAFSA application to verify a
student’s Citizenship status with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the
Social Security Administration (SSA). These matches are performed to verify eligibility for
financial assistance programs. A student must submit documentation to the Student Financial
Services office to confirm citizenship or immigration status if this information is requested to
complete financial aid task. Some of the documents that may be submitted to confirm
citizenship are: a copy of the student’s Certificate of Birth, an original valid U.S. Passport or
Passport Card, or an original Certificate of Naturalization. Some of the documents that may be
submitted to verify immigration status are: an original Alien Registration Card, I-551, or I-94
Stamp. All documents submitted to verify immigration status must be current and active.
Citizenship status information must be submitted each year that it is requested. For more
information on acceptable documentation of citizenship status please contact Student Financial
Services at (951) 571-6139.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the government agency that oversees lawful
immigration to the United States. For information go to uscis.gov or contact the National
Customer Service Center (NCSC) at 1-800-375-5283 (or 1-800-767-1833 TDD for the hearing
impaired).
Selective Service System
On December 27, 2020, the FAFSA Simplification Act (Act) was enacted into law as part of
the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. The Act includes amending the requirement that male
students register with the Selective Service before the age of 26 to be eligible for federal
student aid under Title IV of the HEA (Title IV).
Starting with the 2023-2024 award year, the Selective Service question will be removed from
the FAFSA, as well as the option to register with the Selective Service.
Drug-Related Convictions
On December 27, 2020, the FAFSA Simplification Act (Act) was enacted into law as part of
the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. The Act eliminated the ineligibility for Title IV aid due
to drug-related convictions that occurred while receiving federal student aid. Any related
questions have been removed from the FAFSA form.
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Satisfactory Academic Progress Standard (SAP)
The U.S. Department of Education (ED) requires that students applying for financial assistance
must be enrolled in a program for the purpose of completing an ADT/AA/AS Degree, transfer
requirements, or certificate program. Students applying for federal, state and institutional aid must
have their academic progress reviewed to determine if Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) has
been achieved. RCCD treats all students the same for SAP determination regardless of program of
study or enrollment status. ED requires that students who apply for financial assistance meet
two standards.
Qualitative Standard
All students at Riverside Community College District (RCCD) must have a Cumulative Grade
Point Average (GPA) of 2.0.
Quantitative Standard
All students must complete their program of study within a certain number of units and
complete a certain percentage of units attempted in order to make progress toward their goal.
There are two parts to this standard:
1. Pace of progression: Students must complete at least 67% of the total (cumulative) units
attempted. For example, a student has attempted 20 units at Moreno Valley College. They
successfully completed 13.5 of those units. Their completion would be 67.5% (units completed
divided by units attempted equals completion percentage– 13.5
÷ 20 = 67.5%). Students who do not meet the pace of progression may lose eligibility for Title
IV aid.
2. Maximum Time Frame: The Maximum Time Frame for completion of a degree or
certificate is 150% of the published length of the program. All units attempted at RCCD as well
as any transfer units will be included since the Maximum Time Frame is based upon units
attempted. A student can receive financial assistance for a maximum of 150% of the published
length of the program. For example, if the published length of a degree program is 60 units, the
student may receive financial assistance for up to 90 attempted units (60 units x 150% = 90
units). If the published length of a certificate program is 40 units, the student may receive
financial assistance up to 60 attempted units (40 units x 150% = 60 units). If students are unable
to finish their program within the Maximum Time Frame, as explained, they may lose eligibility
for most types of financial aid.
Evaluation
All students, regardless if they are Title IV or non-Title IV recipients, will be evaluated at the
end of each semester to determine if they are meeting the standards listed above.
*If you have attempted less than 12 units at RCCD, then you will be required to maintain a 1.5
Cumulative GPA and must complete 50% of the courses you attempt to maintain SAP. Once you have
attempted 12 or more units, you will be held to the standard as explained above.
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Grade Standards
All semester units at RCCD include:
• Attempted units include: A, B, C, D, F, EW, CR, P, NC, NP, FW, W, I, IB, IC, ID, IF
• Completed units are those with grades of: A, B, C, D, CR, P
• Applicable transfer units from other institutions will be included in the SAP calculation
• AP credits, Credit for Prior Learning and College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) credits will be
included in the SAP calculation
• Remedial courses, up to 30 units, are not calculated in the quantitative standard per 34 CFR 668.20
• Courses in which a student receives a grade of F, NC, NP, FW, W, EW, I, IB, IC, ID
and/or IF will not be counted as completed units for satisfactory academic progress
purposes but will be counted as attempted units.
• Courses in which a student receives an EWC will not be counted as completed units for
satisfactory academic progress purposes, but the EW grade will count against the pace of
progression.
Only practicum/labs that are required, recommended, or academically beneficial should be taken
at the same time as the corresponding course.
Gra
de
Definition
F
Fail
NC
Non-Credit
NP
No Pass
FW
Failed withdrawal
W
Withdrawal
I
Incomplete
IB
Incomplete B
IC
Incomplete C
ID
Incomplete D
IF
Incomplete F
EW Withdrawal due to Extenuating
circumstances
EWC
Withdrawal due to COVID related
Extenuating circumstances
Repeated Course Information
Repeated course units will be counted in the pace of progression calculation as attempted units.
When courses are repeated, only the earned units associated with the higher grade will be
counted in the pace of progression calculation as completed units. If both grades are equal, only
the earned units from the earlier course will be included as completed units in the pace of
progression calculation.
Adding and/or dropping units after the first grant disbursement will require a review and
possible adjustment of any future disbursements or repayment of Title IV funds. Student
Financial Services follows all Title IV regulations in relation to financial assistance for repeated
courses and IP grades.
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Regaining Eligibility
Students may reestablish eligibility for financial aid by meeting the GPA and Pace of Progression
requirements prior to exceeding Maximum Time Frame or after a successful appeal is granted.
If a student regains eligibility by meeting SAP requirements after review, the student will be
notified by email of their updated eligibility.
SAP Statuses
SAP Satisfactory (SA): A student is meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress as long as the
student maintains a cumulative GPA of 2.0 (Qualitative Standard), a completion percentage rate
of 67% (Quantitative Standard) and the student has not exceeded the Maximum Time Frame of
their selected program of study (Quantitative Standard).
SAP Warning (WA): Students failing to meet SAP will be placed on a one semester
“Warning” which will allow students to receive financial assistance even though they are not
meeting the SAP standard. If after the “Warning” semester students are still not meeting the
SAP standard, they will become Ineligible. (Students who have exceeded the 150% Maximum
Time Frame do not receive a Warning semester). Students are notified via email of their
warning status.
SAP Warning Students’ Responsibilities
Students on Warning Status are encouraged to meet with a Counselor to complete an official
and current two-year Academic Plan (AP)/Comprehensive Student Educational Plan
(SEP)/Academic Evaluation (AE). To schedule an appointment to meet with the Student
Financial Services Counselor or a General Academic Counselor to complete an SEP, please
contact Moreno Valley College’s Counseling Department at (951) 571-6104 or
[email protected]. You can also schedule an appointment online by clicking here. Students
on financial aid Warning status will continue to receive certain types of financial assistance
during the Warning period. Warning status students must improve their academic standing by
the end of their Warning period. Students who do not meet the SAP standards after their
Warning period will be declared Ineligible for financial assistance.
SAP Ineligible (IN): A student can become Ineligible for two reasons:
1. Student failed to meet SAP standards after their “Warning” semester and/or
2. Student exceeds the 150% Maximum Time Frame of program of study under the
quantitative standard.
Students that become ineligible will receive an SAP Ineligible notification indicating they did not
meet satisfactory academic progress standards and, therefore, will no longer be eligible to
receive financial aid (federal or state, with exception of the California College Promise Grant).
However, these students will be provided with an option to appeal their status within the
information provided on the notification.
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Appeal Process
Students with an SAP Ineligible status an appeal this status.
Appealing due to not meeting the GPA and/or Pace of Progression Standard
In order to appeal, the student must have extenuating/mitigating circumstances that occurred
during the period that the student did not meet SAP and must document those circumstances.
To appeal, the student must document the circumstance(s) for not meeting SAP and must
submit official documentation online, via the FA Portal at https://mvc.studentforms.com or in
person at the Student Financial Services office.
Examples of Extenuating Circumstances that must be supported by providing official
documentation may include, but are not limited to:
• Death of a relative or significant person
• Documented illness, major accident or injury of yourself or an immediate family member,
pregnancy or birth of a child
• Victim of a crime
• Homelessness
• Loss or change in employment, transportation
• Natural disaster
Steps to appeal online at https://mvc.studentforms.com include providing the following 5 Appeal
Documents:
1. Complete the FATV SAP Online Appeal Session “Understanding Moreno Valley College
Student Financial Services Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and what it means to
you” at mvc.get-counseling.com. Download your completed confirmation page and
upload it.
2. Official Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (current within the last year)
3. Signed Student Financial Services Probation Contract
4. SAP Appeal web form with a statement of the Extenuating Circumstance
5. Official 3
rd
party Documentation verifying the student’s extenuating circumstances (i.e.
court documents, police reports, medical records, doctor’s note, death certificate…)
*NOTE: In order for a Comprehensive Student Education Plan to be official, official transcripts
from ALL previously attended colleges or universities must be on file at Riverside Community
College District (RCCD). If a student’s official transcripts are not on file, then the student’s
Comprehensive Student Educational Plan is considered invalid.
*Moreno Valley College Catalog: Students planning to graduate from Moreno Valley
College, or needing to use courses from another college/university as a prerequisite, must
submit all official transcripts to Riverside Community College District. See Graduation
Requirements in this catalog for further information on course acceptance from other
institutions.
This is why All Official Transcripts from previously attended colleges or universities must be
received at RCCD in order for a Counselor to complete an official two-year Student
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Educational Plan.
Appealing due to exceeding Maximum Time Frame Only:
Students who have exceeded the Maximum Time Frame must have one of the following valid
reasons:
• One time change of major or goal after student has completed one major/goal.
• Returned for a second goal
• Completed ESL courses
• Completed Basic Skills courses
• High unit majors (Nursing, Vocational Nursing…)
• High unit transfer majors (Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science,
Engineering…)
• Completed Military or AP courses/credit
Steps to appeal online at https://mvc.studentforms.com include providing the following 5 Appeal
Documents:
1. Complete the FATV SAP Online Appeal Session “Understanding Moreno Valley College
Student Financial Services Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and what it means to
you” at mvc.get-counseling.com. Download your completed confirmation page and upload
it.
2. Signed Student Financial Services Probation Contract
3. Official Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (created with the last year)
4. SAP Appeal web form with a statement explaining the valid reason for exceeding the
Maximum Time Frame
5. For the 3
rd
party documentation, upload a copy of your official Comprehensive Student
Educational Plan.
For additional information or assistance with submitting an appeal, please visit the Student
Financial Services office.
NOTE: Submission of an appeal does not guarantee that a student will regain financial aid
eligibility. Students must submit their appeal to MVC only. The financial aid SAP Appeal
Committee will review the validity of the documentation presented for extenuating/mitigating
circumstances and connection to the timeframe in which the student did not meet SAP. After
reviewing the appeal, the committee will render a decision, and the student will be notified in
writing/email of the decision.
Each student who is approved for a “probationary” period must have an official Approved Class
List (ACL) developed, which will outline the coursed for which the student may receive
financial aid.
Incomplete appeals will receive notifications via email communication regarding more
information needed to complete the SAP appeal process. If your appeal is denied, you can
request a 2
nd
review by contacting the Student Financial Services office.
SAP Probation (PR): Students will be placed on Financial Aid “Probation Status” only if their
SAP Ineligible status is approved through the appeal process. Students on Probation must meet
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the SAP standard(s) each semester, beginning with the semester of approval, in order to
maintain their Probation Status.
• Approved Class List (ACL): probation students will only receive financial aid for
coursed that are listed on their ACL, which is created from the student’s official
Educational Plan submitted during the appeal process. If an appeal is submitted and
approved, funding will be disbursed for the semester in which they were approved and
applicable future semesters. Eligibility for federal, state and institutional aid will be
determined after the appeal has been approved and the appeal contract is received by
Student Financial Services. No retroactive disbursements will be granted.
• Continued Probation Status: if you complete the term with a 2.0 GPA and 67% Pace
of Progression (units attempted vs completed) for that term, your appeal will be
automatically continued without further action.
• Loss of Probation Status: if students fail to complete the term with a 2.0 GPA and 67%
Pace of Progression (units attempted vs completed) for that term, they will lose their
probation status and become ineligible to receive financial aid. Students can regain
eligibility by:
o Bringing their SAP up to Qualitative Standard of 2.0 GPA and Pace of
Progression of 67% completion rate prior to exceeding the Maximum Time
Frame OR
o By submitting an additional appeal request if the student had new
extenuating/mitigating circumstances occur during the term they were on
Probation.
Course Information
How Course Selection Can Affect Eligibility
Not all courses and/or programs of study at RCCD have been approved by the Department of
Education for federal and/or state financial aid funding. Please visit MVC financial aid in the
Welcome Center for a list of courses that are not approved for financial aid payments. If you
enroll in any of the courses on this list, you will not receive payment of any federal and/or state
financial aid for that course.
Repeated Course Information
RCCD is required to look at the number of times a student attempts a course when
determining financial aid eligibility. If a student receives a passing grade (A, B, C, D, P) in a
course at any point in their academic history at RCCD (Riverside City College, Moreno Valley
College, Norco College), they will only be eligible to receive financial aid for that course one
additional time (one repeat). If the student attempts a course for the third time after previously
receiving a passing grade in that course, they will no longer be eligible for payment for those
units.
Repeated course units will be counted as attempted units in the pace of progression calculation
of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). When courses are repeated, only the earned units
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associated with the higher grade will be counted as completed units in the pace of progression
calculation. If both grades are equal, only the earned units from the earlier course will be
included as completed units in the pace of progression calculation.
For example, if you take a 4-unit math class (Math 101) in the fall and receive a passing grade (A,
B, C, D, P), that is your first attempt. If you re-take that same 4-unit math class (Math 101) in
the spring, you will continue to be eligible for financial aid for that course, because it is your
second attempt. If you attempt the same 4-unit math class (Math 101) a third time to take in
the summer or beyond, you will no longer be eligible to receive financial aid for those 4 units.
Example:
2024 Fall Math 101- 4 units eligible for financial aid, received passing grade
2025 Spring Math 101- 4 units eligible for financial aid
2026 Fall Math 101- 4 units no longer eligible for financial aid for this class
Note: Students may repeat courses under the courses Repetition Policy, however students
must check with financial aid to see how repeating courses may affect eligibility.
How Dropping Courses Can Affect Eligibility
What Happens if I Drop Some of My Classes After Receiving
My Financial Aid?
Dropping some classes after receiving financial aid may cause a change in a student’s financial aid
eligibility. If possible, a student’s final grant disbursement of the semester will be adjusted for
changes in enrollment due to dropping a class(es). However, if the student drops too many
classes after receiving his/her first grant disbursement, the student MAY be required to repay a
portion or all of the grant disbursement.
*Students who have to drop a class after receiving grant funds to attend that class, should
contact the Financial Aid office to see how that reduction in units will affect the next grant
disbursement. In order to reduce the possibility of having to repay grant funds, students must
officially drop all classes they are not actively participating in.
What Happens if I Drop All of My Classes After Receiving My
Financial Assistance?
Any student who withdraws from all of their classes, are dropped by all of their instructors, or
receives all FW/W grades for the semester may be subject to repayment of federal financial
assistance funds including the Federal Pell Grant, FSEOG grant, and Direct Loans. This is
referred to as Return of Title IV funds (R2T4).
For Cal Grant, the enrollment status for each recipient must be determined according to the
recipient’s attendance at the time funds are paid to the recipient or credited to the recipient’s
account, pending adjustments to units. Adjustments may be made to the award of a recipient at
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any time during the term. Cal Grant adjustments or returns will not be made for a reduced unit
load or total withdraws that occur after the census date of the term. When making a grant
disbursement for a term that has ended, the institution must base the attendance status on the
number of units completed for the term.
For students who received federal grant and/or loan funds and withdrew from school before
completing 60% of the semester successfully, the amount of grant and/or loan funds you earned
must be determined based on the withdrawal date.
• If the amount of funds disbursed to you is greater than the amount of funds you actually
earned, those unearned funds must be returned.
• If the amount of funds disbursed to you is less than the amount of funds you actually
earned, you may be eligible to receive a post-withdrawal disbursement of those earned
funds not yet received.
The Financial Aid office is required to calculate how much aid you earned during the semester,
based on the final date you withdrew and will notify you of any repayment due to the school or
any post-withdrawal disbursement due to you. Please note that if you totally withdraw after
60% of the semester has passed, you will not owe any repayment of federal funds.
Your withdrawal date is determined in one of the following ways:
• The date you dropped your last class in the Admissions and Records office or on “My
Portal”
• The midpoint of the semester if you did not officially withdraw and received all FW grades
(combination of all FW and/or W grades)
• The date posted by the instructor indicating your last date of attendance in class
Example of withdrawal calculation
You received $1179 Pell grant and could have received an additional $1178 if you had finished
the semester, equaling a total award of $2357 for the semester. There are 117 days in the
semester and you withdrew on the 17th day. You earned 14.5% of your grant (17 ÷ 117 =
14.5%).
The Student Financial Services office will calculate what you earned and did not earn:
$1179 grant money received + $1178 you could have received = $2357 X 14.5% =
$341.77 earned.
$1179 grant money received - $341.77 earned aid = $837.23 unearned aid (85.5%)
* School Portion of the calculation
An additional portion of the grant must be repaid by the college based on your total
institutional charges at the time you withdrew.
For Example, you took 12 units for the semester at $20 per unit. Your total institutional
charges = $240
$240 X 85.5% (unearned) = $205.20 the college has to pay back to the federal program
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within 45 days of determination and you will have to repay to the college.
* Student Portion of the calculation
You will have to pay back the unearned amount minus 50% of the total aid that was
disbursed and aid that could have been disbursed.
$837.23 unearned aid - $205.20 that the college returns = $632.03 which is the initial
amount of unearned aid due from you.
$2357 total aid disbursed/could have been disbursed X 50% = $1178.50.
$632.03 - $1178.50 = $0 you have to pay back to the federal grant program.
• Total amount the student has to repay = $205.20 to your home college (RCC, MVC or
NC) for the college portion that had to be returned.
• If you earned more than you were paid: You will receive a notice of your potential “post
withdrawal disbursement” in the mail. This will be automatically disbursed to you unless
you choose to cancel the disbursement. More information will be provided in the letter
you receive if eligible.
If you are required to repay funds back to the school, you will have 45 days from the date you
are notified to repay the amount owed in full. On the day after the deadline, if the amount due
has not been paid in full, you will be reported in an overpayment status to the Department of
Education and you will not be able to receive financial assistance at any school until the
overpayment has been resolved.
If your home college (RCC, MVC, NC) is required to return funds based on your Return to Title
IV calculation, you will be billed the college’s portion to be paid directly to that college. Should
you fail to repay these funds by the required deadline, there will be a hold placed on your RCCD
records, and you will not be able to enroll in future classes at RCCD.
The order in which Federal funds are returned to the Department of Education is as follows:
1. Federal Unsubsidized Loan
2. Federal Subsidized Loan
3. Federal Pell Grant
4. Federal Supplemental Educational Grant
**Note that Federal Work Study earnings (FWS) are excluded from the calculation. Direct
Loan recipients must contact the Direct Loan program for additional repayment arrangements.
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How Changes in Eligibility Can Affect Your Financial Aid
Grant Overawards and Overpayments
When a student’s award amount needs to be adjusted due to a change in the student’s
eligibility, the student may owe some or all of the funds received. This is referred to as an
overaward/overpayment. This can be caused by a change in enrollment status (dropping
classes), a change in your award package, and/or a change on your FAFSA application. This may
result in adjustments to a student’s financial assistance award causing their financial assistance
package to exceed their financial need. The financial need is determined by the student’s Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
An overaward/overpayment can occur for the following reasons:
• Withdrawal from class(es) after receiving a disbursement
• A change in the student’s financial assistance package due to an extension to work-study
employment
• A change in the student’s financial assistance package due to the awarding of a scholarship
or grant from an outside organization
• Failing to attend classes for at least one day
• A change to the student’s FAFSA information
• Receiving an “FW” grade
The student’s financial aid award cannot exceed their financial need determined by their FAFSA,
or the school may take steps to resolve the overaward. Adjustments may include updates to
your financial assistance award package and future disbursements or request for repayment of
disbursed awards.
A student will be notified by mail that they are in overaward/overpayment and repayment will
be requested. The overaward/overpayment needs to be repaid as soon as possible or by the
due date on the notification letter. Failure to repay the overaward/overpayment may lead to 1)
a hold on the student account at RCCD and the student will be unable to register for future
classes, and 2) the overpayment may be reported to the DOE. The student will have to make
payment arrangements directly with the DOE. Eligibility for future financial assistance from any
educational institution may be affected until this matter is resolved, and the student’s credit
report may also be affected.
How Do I make Payment arrangements with the DOE or show that my overpayment has been
cleared/paid?
To show that an overpayment has been resolved, call DOE debt collections at 1-800-621-3115
and request that they fax a resolution letter to the financial aid office at 951-571-6365, or email
it to studentfinancialservice[email protected]. Once the resolution letter is received it will be verified
and added to the student’s account if the student has a FAFSA for that current year. The letter
must be dated within 30 days of receipt. The student may also request for DOE to send the
letter directly to them, and when received upload it to the Financial Aid Task Portal at
https://mvc.studentforms.com. If the overpayment has been paid in full, our office will submit
your letter to NSLDS to request that they update your account to “repaid.”
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Please note:
Dropping and/or withdrawing from classes may affect your SAP (Satisfactory Academic
Progress). Please see the SAP section in our Consumer Guide for more information. Before
dropping a class(es) please speak to Financial Aid to see how it may affect financial aid.
Financial Aid Disbursements
BankMobile Disbursement
Student Financial Services (SFS) disburses financial aid funds to eligible MVC students is via
BankMobile disbursement services. All students have a CHOICE on how they would like to
receive their financial aid funds, if eligible.
Students’ options for receiving refunds are as follows:
• Deposit to an Existing Account
• Deposit to a BankMobile Vibe Checking Account
• Paper Check Delivered by USPS
For more information about BankMobile’s disbursement choices, visit
bankmobiledisbursements.com/refundchoices.
For information regarding BankMobile fees, visit vibeaccount.com/studentaccount/feeschedules.do
Go to vibeaccount.com/info/accountagreements.do for Terms and Conditions.
Get Set Up
Look for your BankMobile Refund Selection email at your RCCD student email or for a green
envelope in the mail, which contains your Personal Code. Once you have your code, follow
these easy steps:
1. Visit RefundSelection.com
2. Enter your unique Personal Code
3. Select how you’d like to receive your disbursement
4. Complete your profile
It is important to keep your address up to date. If you need to update your address, you will
need to update it in your MyPortal/WebAdvisor or at Admissions and Records first. Your
address must be marked as “Preferred Mailing” on your MVC account. Then you will need to
update your address with BankMobile by logging into your BankMobile account at
RefundSelection.com.
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Additional Disbursement Information
Please read the following BEFORE you accept the disbursement:
It is critical to remain in all of your classes to avoid Return of Title IV repayment. If you are
receiving financial assistance at another institution or you have dropped all of your classes, you
MUST return the funds to the College. If the funds are not returned, a hold will be placed on
your records and you may be reported to the Department of Education affecting your ability to
receive financial aid at any other school. If you receive all EW’s/FW’s /W’s grade for the
semester which you received Title IV funds, you may be required to repay all or a portion of
those funds. Your award is contingent upon the availability of funds from the appropriate
agencies and the laws and regulations which govern these programs and are subject to change.
If you are still enrolled but have dropped a class or classes, please note that you may be in
overpayment and may owe all or a portion of your disbursement and it may affect your
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). For more information on the consequences of dropping a
class or classes, please refer to our chapters in this guide regarding dropping classes and
overpayments.
You will only be paid for classes you are actively attending and that are eligible for grant and/or
loan funding. The California College Promise Grant (CCPG) and EOPS Book assistance are
financial resources available to help you meet your educational expenses and may appear on
your award letter. These are not cash awards. If you have already paid your fees, you may be
eligible for a refund. You must contact the Student Accounts Office by phone at (951) 222-8612
or by email at [email protected] to see if you are eligible for a refund.
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Disbursement Schedule
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Know Your Deadline
Changes and corrections made to the FAFSA or Admissions application, including changing your
home location, will cause delays to your financial aid eligibility and disbursements, if eligible.
Please contact SFS to determine if and/or when changes to your application should be made.
Completing your financial aid tasks in a timely manner will allow the Student Financial Services
office to determine your grant eligibility. One week after you have submitted your FAFSA
online, the Student Financial Services Office will receive your application electronically and
contact you via your RCCD student email account. The email will contain a link so you can
view the tasks and/or required documents you need to turn into Student Financial Services to
complete your file. Continue to check your RCCD student email in case additional documents
or tasks are required. Please ensure your contact information is up to date with Admissions
and Records.
If eligible, you will receive your disbursement according to the processing deadline you meet.
Disbursement amounts are based on your enrollment status/intensity and eligibility (12 units =
full-time enrollment/100% intensity). All disbursement dates are contingent upon funding and
are subject to change without notice. Unit checks are done approximately two weeks before
each disbursement date.
Unit adjustments for late start classes – not paid for on the first fall and spring disbursement
dates due to late registration and late start of the class – will be disbursed on the next fall and
spring disbursement date after the start of the class.
Cal Grant and Direct Loan recipients must be enrolled at least half time (six units) and must
have an approved academic program (major). See Admissions and Records if updates are
necessary.
You will only be paid for classes you are actively attending. If you receive payment for a class
and drop the class, you may be required to repay a portion or the full grant. Remaining in your
classes is critical to avoid repayment of funds.
It is important that your preferred mailing address is current to avoid delays in receiving your
Financial Aid funds.
MVC Information
Release of Financial Assistance Information and (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a
federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. FERPA requires that
information, written or verbal, regarding student education and financial assistance records
cannot be released to any person or agency, other than the student, without prior written
consent.
To release information to anyone other than the student, i.e. parent, grandparent, other
agencies or a friend, the RCCD SFS Consent to Release Information form (CRI) must be
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completed by the student in person with a picture ID each academic year. The CRI form,
available in the Student Financial Services office, must be submitted to the student’s home
college and may be cancelled in person at the SFS counter. For student confidentiality, a picture
I.D. will be required when a student is requesting information from his/her financial aid file. All
documents contained in the students’ file are the property of the Moreno Valley College SFS
office and will not be returned. Please request and retain copies of all your paperwork before
submitting it to our office.
To protect students’ privacy, no detailed student information will be given over the phone or via
the internet. For more detailed information regarding FERPA, please review the Riverside
Community College District website at rccd.edu/Pages/ferpa.aspx.
Students’ Rights
You have the right to ask Moreno Valley College (MVC) Student Financial Services (SFS) about:
• Completing the FAFSA or the CA Dream Act application, which never includes a fee to
apply for financial assistance.
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Our policy towards confidentiality: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a
federal law that protects the privacy of student education records.
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Policies on refunds, dropping classes and what it costs to attend MVC.
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How MVC determines Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and what happens if you do
not meet the standard.
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Various financial assistance programs available such as scholarships, federal, state, and
college financial assistance programs.
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The deadlines for submitting applications for various financial assistance programs and how
recipients are selected.
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How your financial need is determined and how the costs for tuition, fees, room, board,
transportation, books, supplies, and personal and miscellaneous expenses are considered in
your cost of attendance.
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What resources (parental contribution, other financial aid, personal assets) are considered
in the financial need calculation, and how much of your financial need, as determined by
MVC is met.
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The various programs in your financial assistance package and when and how you will
receive your funds.
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How to appeal a denied financial assistance application, if you believe you have extenuating
circumstances.
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How you may be able to get additional assistance if your financial circumstance changes.
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How outside resources, such as scholarships, may impact your financial assistance award.
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How much of your financial assistance must be paid back and what portion is grant or gift
aid.
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The interest rate on your loan, (Direct Subsidized loan limit of 150%), the total amount that
you must repay, payback procedures, when repayment begins, and how long you have to
repay.
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How to decline any financial assistance awards. You have the right to cancel all or a portion of
loan disbursements and/or have the loan returned to Direct Loans.
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How to close or re-open your financial assistance file at Moreno Valley College.
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Which BankMobile refund selection preferences are available to you.
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• How to select a refund preference with BankMobile.
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How to complete a Mid-Year transfer to or from Riverside City or Norco College.
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Remaining Pell Eligibility (Lifetime Eligibility Used, 600%).
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How to create an online account to submit and e-sign required documents.
Students Responsibilities and Accountability
You have the responsibility to:
• Complete the financial assistance application and all required financial assistance forms
accurately, and in a timely manner. (Intentional misrepresentation on an application or
form for federal financial assistance is a violation of the law and a criminal offense subject
to penalties.)
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Review and consider all information about Moreno Valley College’s programs before
enrolling.
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Read and keep copies of all forms and agreements given to you and that you have signed.
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Activate your RCCD student email account and check it regularly for updates and
requests. (All communication will be done through your student email.)
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Promptly respond to all requests and return all required documentation such as
verification forms, additional documents, corrections to submitted documents, or new
information needed to complete your financial assistance file.
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Report any changes to your situation to the Student Financial Services office at Moreno
Valley College immediately.
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Ensure all classes you take will fulfill your educational goal requirements.
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Be aware of and comply with all deadlines and understand the school’s refund policy.
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Be aware of the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standard as defined by the Moreno
Valley College SFS office, and maintain your SAP in order to continue receiving financial
assistance.
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Secure your FSA ID and know that your FSA ID serves as your electronic signature and
has the same legal status as a written signature. You should not share this information
with anyone.
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Report in writing all additional financial assistance resources you receive to the Moreno
Valley College Student Financial Services office.
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Complete your online entrance counseling requirement prior to applying for a loan
disbursement; as well as completing your exit counseling after you stop attending the
college, or your enrollment falls below 6 units.
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Compare your anticipated monthly student loan payments and other expenses to your
expected net income after college.
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Notify your school and Direct Lending if there is a change in your name, permanent mailing
address, or enrollment status.
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Repay your student loans even if you do not complete your education, are not happy with
your education, or cannot find a job.
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File for a deferment or forbearance or change your repayment plan if you are at risk of
defaulting on your federal loan(s).
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Abide by all rules and regulations as outlined in the Moreno Valley College Student
Handbook, Catalog, and Course Schedule.
Updating and maintaining accurate student information is a shared responsibility between the
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student and Moreno Valley College. If at any time an error or conflicting information on the
FAFSA/CA Dream Application is determined, it is the responsibility of both Moreno Valley
College and the student to correct/resolve the adjustment in aid and/or award amounts. In
some cases, the student and/or Moreno Valley College may be responsible for the immediate
repayment of funds already disbursed.
Please be advised that if you have submitted documentation that contains errors to the SFS
office in support of your financial aid file, it is imperative that you notify our office immediately.
Failure to notify our office of any changes such as application corrections or a change in student
information will result in a delay in determining your eligibility for assistance, as well as a delay
in the disbursement of funds. It is our primary goal to assist Moreno Valley College students in
receiving their financial aid in a timely manner.
Useful References and Resources
AmeriCorps State and National
• https://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/americorps
Apply for an FSA ID
• https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
Apply for the FAFSA Online
• https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Bank Mobile
• https://bankmobilevibe.com/contact-us/
• 1-877-327-9515
Bank Mobile Refund Selection
• https://www.refundselection.com/refundselection/#/welcome/continue
California Career Zone
• https://www.cacareerzone.org/
California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth
• https://chafee.csac.ca.gov/
California Dream Application
• http://dream.csac.ca.gov
California Grant Programs
• https://www.csac.ca.gov/
• https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/ (WebGrants 4 Students)
• 1-888-CALGRANT (1-888-224-7268)
California Student Aid Commission
• https://www.csac.ca.gov/
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Complete Your Financial Aid File
• https://mvc.studentforms.com
Federal Student Aid Information Center
• https://studentaid.gov/
• 1-800-4FEDAID (1-800-433-3243)
FinAid- Student smart guide to financial aid
• https://www.finaid.org/
ICANGOTOCOLLEGE
• https://icangotocollege.com
Immigration and Citizenship
• https://www.uscis.gov/
• 1-800-375-5283
IRS - Student Tax Credits, Copies of Taxes
• https://www.irs.gov/
• 1-800-829-1040
MVC Student Catalog
• http://www.mvc.edu/catalog.cfm
MVC Student Email
• http://www.mvc.edu/services/ar/email.cfm
MVC Student Handbook
• http://mvc.edu/services/ar/studenthandbook.cfm
National Student Loan Data System
• https://studentaid.gov/
Net Price Calculator
This calculator is intended to provide estimated net price information
• https://misweb.cccco.edu/npc/962/npcalc.htm
ScholarShare 529
• https://www.scholarshare529.com
Scholarship Search Sites:
• https://www.fastweb.com/
• https://www.scholarships.com/
• http://www.scholarshiphunter.com/
• https://www.scholarsite.com/
• https://www.cash4college.csac.ca.gov/
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Selective Service
• https://www.sss.gov/
• 1-847-688-6888
Social Security Office
• https://www.ssa.gov/
• 1-800-772-1213
Student Loan Information
• https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/loans
Student Loan Requirements
• https://studentaid.gov/
• Complete Entrance Counseling
• Complete Exit Counseling
• Complete Master Promissory Note
Tax Transcript Types and Ways to Order Them
• https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript
• 4506-T: Request for Transcript of Tax Return (transcripts, proof of non-filing)
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506t.pdf
• 4506T-EZ: Short Term Request for Individual Tax Return Transcript
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f4506tez.pdf
Unemployment Development Department
• https://www.edd.ca.gov/Unemployment/
• 1-866-333-4606 Automated Service
Voter Registration
Voter registration forms are available to students, faculty, and staff.
California Online Voter Registration
Register to vote online or check your registration status. https://registertovote.ca.gov.
To Obtain a Paper Voter Registration Application
If you would like to register using a paper voter registration application, you can pick one up at
your county elections office, library, Department of Motor Vehicles offices, or U.S. post office.
It is important that your voter registration application be filled out completely and be
postmarked or hand-delivered to your county elections office at least 15 days before the
election.
To request a paper voter registration application be mailed to you, please call (800) 345-VOTE
(8683) or email Elections Division staff at https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/contact/email-
elections-division/. Elections and Voter Information: http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/.
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Student Email Accounts
Riverside Community College District (RCCD) students are assigned a free student email
account through Microsoft’s Office 365 for Education. Student Financial Services will use the
RCCD student email to communicate with students regarding their financial aid applications,
steps to complete their financial aid file, as well as updates and additional opportunities, such as
scholarships. In addition, important notices from Admissions and Records, faculty, and many
other campus resources are sent to the RCCD student email account. An RCCD email account
is the only approved method of formal communication between RCCD and students. It is
important that students check their student email daily. To learn more on how to activate your
RCCD student email, visit mvc.edu/admin/services/email.php. A tutorial is available that will
explain the activation process.
Accountability MVC
Updating and maintaining accurate student information is a shared responsibility between the
student and Moreno Valley College. If at any time, an error or conflicting information on the
FAFSA/CA Dream Act Application is determined, it is the responsibility of both MVC and the
student to correct/resolve the issue. Please be advised that if you have submitted
documentation that contains errors to the SFS office in support of your financial aid file, it is
important that you notify our office immediately. Failure to notify our office of any changes such
as application corrections or a change in student information will result in a delay in
determining your eligibility for assistance, as well as a delay in the disbursement of funds. Once
a correction/update is made to the application please be advised that it may result in an
adjustment in aid and/or award amounts. In some cases, the student and/or MVC may be
responsible for the immediate repayment of funds already disbursed. It is our primary goal to
assist MVC students in receiving their financial aid in a timely manner.
Transfer Tips
Financial aid does not automatically transfer from one institution to another. You must reapply
each year to continue receiving federal and state financial aid. You may only receive financial aid
funding from one institution per semester. However, you may receive the California College
Promise Grant (CCPG) from more than one community college at a time.
If you are transferring to Moreno Valley College, you must add Moreno Valley College to your
FAFSA or CA DREAM Act application by one of the following methods:
For FAFSA Applicants
1. Go to the FAFSA website.
2. Click on "Access Existing Form" and Log in.
3. Under My Activity, click on “2024-25 FAFSA Form”.
4. Click on "Actions” and select “Add or Remove Schools".
5. Add the MVC school code, 041735, and click "Continue" to save your changes.
6. Please be sure to electronically sign your 2024-2025 FAFSA correction with your FSA ID,
including parent (if required), and click on "Submit" to finalize your corrections.
OR
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Call the Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) at 1-800-433-3243 and request to
have Moreno Valley College added to your SAR. Have the following information ready:
• Name and Date of Birth
• DRN Number (Located on page 1 of your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Social Security Number
• Moreno Valley College’s School Code: 041735
Within a few weeks you will receive a new FAFSA Submission Summary from Federal Student
Aid by mail or e-mail. Moreno Valley College will receive your information electronically. You
will then receive a communication via e-mail from Moreno Valley College (to your RCCD
student email address) letting you know what is required to complete your file with Moreno
Valley College.
For CA DREAM Act Applicants
1. Using your student information log into: caldreamact.org
2. Add the Moreno Valley College school code: 04173500
3. You will then receive a communication via e-mail from Moreno Valley College (to your
RCCD student email address) letting you know what is required to complete your file
with Moreno Valley College.
If you have not yet set up your Moreno Valley College email account, you will want to do so at
mvc.edu/admin/services/email.php and follow the steps to set up your email account.
1098-T
The Form 1098T (Tuition Payments Statement) is available in late January for the previous tax
year if you were enrolled in courses at MVC. The 1098T form is used to calculate any student
tax credits you may be eligible for. You or your parents may be able to take either the tuition
and fees deduction, or claim an education credit on your tax return for the qualified tuition and
related expenses that were actually paid in the year. Students who received the CCPG waiver
did not pay for their tuition and are not eligible to use the credit.
The 1098T Tax Form will be mailed to student’s address listed on WebAdvisor/MyPortal. To
update your address:
• Log into WebAdvisor/MyPortal at mvc.edu
• Click on the Student Menu
• Under “Personal Information” choose “Personal Profile”
• Check the acknowledgement box and continue
• Update your information, check the certification box, and submit
If you have any problems logging into Web Advisor, please contact the admissions and records
office at [email protected] or (951) 571-6101.
MVC SFS staff cannot answer tax questions. If you have any questions regarding the information
on your 1098-T or need a copy of your 1098-T, please contact your home college Student
Accounts Office:
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Moreno Valley College
Norco College
Riverside City College
951-571-6101
951-372-7042
951-222-8604
admissions@mvc.edu
StudentAccounts@norcocolleg
e.edu
StudentAccounts@rcc.edu
For any other information regarding the 1098T eligibility and how to figure out the tax credit
please contact your tax preparer or the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or irs.gov. Tax credits for
students may change from year to year so be sure to view any updates on the IRS website.
More information on education tax credits can be found online at studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/tax-
benefits.
California Domestic Partner Rights Act
What is the California Domestic Partners Rights and Responsibilities Act?
The California Domestic Partner Rights and Responsibilities Act (AB 205), which went into
effect on January 1, 2005, extends the same rights, protections, responsibilities, obligations, and
benefits to registered domestic partners as those extended to married couples. If you inform
the Student Financial Services (SFS) office that you are in a Registered Domestic Partnership
(RDP) or that your parents are in a Registered Domestic Partnership, SFS should re-evaluate
your California College Promise Grant (CCPG) eligibility. Eligibility for aid may increase or
decrease.
For the purposes of federal student financial aid programs, California’s recognition of registered
domestic partnerships does not apply. If you are in an RDP, you will be treated as an
independent married student to determine eligibility for state funded financial aid, and will need
to provide income and household information for your domestic partner.
If you are a dependent student and your parent is in a RDP, you will be treated the same as a
student with married parents, and income and household information will be required for the
parent’s domestic partner to determine eligibility for state funded financial aid.
These provisions apply to state funded student financial aid, CCPG and Cal Grant,
ONLY and not to federal student financial aid.
For more information visit: csac.ca.gov/post/california-domestic-partner-rights-and-
responsibilities- act-2003.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where can I get help completing my FAFSA or California Dream Act
Application?
A. The Student Financial Services office schedules FAFSA/CADAA Application workshops each
semester to assist you in filling out your FAFSA or CADAA Application online. Look for
announcement flyers or visit our website at mvc.edu/admissions-aid/financial- aid/events.php for
future workshops and dates.
Help is also available on the FAFSA website (www.studentaid.gov) and the CADAA website
(https://dream.csac.ca.gov) as you enter the information. For the FAFSA, the information icon
on the right side of each question provides further details and explains why the information is
needed or where to locate it. For general information you can click on the “FAFSA Menu” tab
on the right top corner of the application then “Find Help”. For the CADAA, click on the
exclamation mark next to each question for a hint or explanation as to how to answer the
question.
FAFSA on the phone is a non-Web, paperless alternative to completing the FAFSA. With
assistance of customer services representatives, students are given the flexibility to complete
the FAFSA by relaying their information over the phone at 1-800-433-3243. You can also chat
with a Federal Student Aid representative through their Live Chat at studentaid.gov/help-
center/contact. For help with the CADAA, customer service representatives are available at 1-
888-224-7268.
Q. Do I need to apply for financial assistance each semester, and when
do I re- apply for the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) and Cal
Grant?
A. No, not every semester. The FAFSA and CADAA Application must be filled out for each
academic year. Applications are available October 1st for the following academic year.
Completing the FAFSA early each year assists in determining eligibility for all types of financial
assistance (PELL, FSEOG, CCPG, Cal Grant, etc.). Completing the CADAA early each year
assists in determining eligibility for the CCPG and Cal Grant.
By filling out the FAFSA or CADAA, you will automatically be considered for the CCPG for the
academic year beginning with summer and ending with spring (summer, fall, winter, spring). To
qualify for the Cal Grant, you must complete and submit the FAFSA or CADAA by the priority
deadline of March 2nd. Once you have been awarded the Cal Grant, you must reapply each
academic year by renewing the FAFSA or CADAA by March 2nd to maintain your eligibility
status.
2024-24 Application is for: Summer 2024, Fall 2024, Winter 2025, Spring 2025,
*Summer 2025 (Pell Only)
2025-26 Application is for: Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026,
*Summer 2026 (Pell Only)
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Q. I submitted my FAFSA and received my FAFSA Submission Summary.
Do I need to do anything else?
A. Yes! Completing the FAFSA is only the first step in applying for financial aid. Some students
will have additional tasks to submit. These items will be posted on your Financial Aid Portal at
https://mvc.studentforms.com.
If you are a new or returning student, a current admissions application is also required. The
Student Financial Services office will receive your FAFSA application electronically within a few
days of submission. You will be notified through your RCCD student email if you have tasks
required to complete your financial aid file. After your tasks have been submitted, your file will
be reviewed for eligibility, and you will be notified by email of your status. Your award letter
will be available on your MyPortal/Webadvisor, under the Financial Aid tab. Not all students will
have required tasks listed.
Q. Why do I have to use my parents’ information on the FAFSA if I don’t
live with them and they don’t give me any money for school?
A. For financial aid purposes, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) classifies all applicants
into two categories: Dependent and Independent students. Dependency status is determined by
the questions in Step Three of the FAFSA/CADAA. If you answer “NO” to every question, you
are considered a Dependent Student. Dependent students must include their parents’
demographic and income information on the FAFSA/CADAA. If you answer “YES” to any one of
the questions in Step Three of the FAFSA/CADAA, you are an Independent Student.
Whether or not you live with your parents, if they claim you on their tax return, or if they give
you money are NOT factors in determining dependency status. Please see our “Dependent or
Independent” section in this guide for additional information.
Q. My parents make a lot of money. Is it a waste of time to apply for
financial aid?
A. No, it is not a waste of time! The only way to find out if you are eligible for financial aid is to
submit the FAFSA/CADAA application. If you do not qualify for the Federal Pell Grant, you may
still be eligible for other types of aid such as the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) or
the Cal Grant. If you do not fill out the FAFSA/CADAA application, you could be disqualifying
yourself from getting financial aid. Remember, there is no fee charged to apply for financial aid.
Q. Why does it sometimes take so long to process a financial aid
application, and what can I do to avoid delays in the processing of my
application?
A. To avoid any delays in the processing of your financial aid application, be sure to accurately
enter the information, review, and recheck the application before submitting. Applications with
conflicting or inaccurate information may require a correction, which may mean a delay in the
overall process. When completing a FAFSA you will need to provide consent to have your
federal tax information (FTI) transferred via the IRS FUTURE Act Direct Data Exchange (FA-
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DDX) to retrieve your income and/or your parents’ income information directly from the IRS.
Remember, completing the financial aid application is just the first step in the application
process.
You may be required to complete additional tasks to finalize your financial aid file and continue
the awarding process. Pending tasks are to be completed at your Financial Aid Portal
https://mvc.studentforms.com. SFS will not be able to process an application with incomplete
tasks or conflicting information.
Q. Why is the grant money I received less than the amount listed on my
award letter?
A. The amounts listed on your award letter are the awards for a full-time student (12 units
each semester, fall and spring). Your actual disbursements may be less depending on the
number of units you are enrolled in at the time of disbursement. Keep in mind the following:
• Grants are disbursed in multiple payments throughout the semester. Therefore, the
amount you receive may not reflect the entire semester award.
• Late starting classes have a different disbursement schedule.
• If you have an approved financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeal, you will only
be paid for classes on your Approved Class List.
Q. Do I have to be enrolled full-time to receive financial assistance?
A. No, but there are certain unit requirements for different awards. You may be enrolled in
any number of units to receive the CCPG. Students eligible for Cal Grant must be enrolled in at
least 6 units to receive a disbursement.
With the Pell Grant, the amount of money disbursed depends on a student’s enrollment
intensity each semester and their Pell Grant eligibility. See “Financial Aid Disbursements”
section in this guide for additional information.
Q. What happens to my financial aid if I drop classes? Do I have to pay
back the money?
A. That depends on when you drop the classes. If you drop classes after the disbursement of
aid, your future payments will be adjusted to reflect your new enrollment intensity. Once this is
updated, you will be notified if you must pay back any overpayment of financial assistance. If you
withdraw from all of your classes, you will be notified if you must repay any overpayment of
financial aid. See the “How Dropping Courses Can Affect Eligibility” section in this guide for
more information.
Try to avoid a complete withdrawal by seeking advice from academic counselors and/or your
instructors before withdrawing. In addition to possible repayment, you may face Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP) problems because dropping classes could affect your GPA and Pace of
Progression percentage. Please see the “Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)” section in this
guide for more information.
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Q. Why does the Student Financial Services office limit the kind of
information it gives over the phone?
A. Student Financial Services does not release certain information over the phone in order to
protect the student’s right to privacy as stated in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA). If you need specific information about your financial assistance file and/or
disbursement, please come into the Student Financial Services office with a picture ID and a
financial aid representative will answer your questions. Please see the FERPA chapter in this
guide for more information.
For general financial aid questions, you can use the Chatbot located at the right bottom corner
of the SFS website.
Q. Why am I no longer eligible for the California College Promise Grant
(CCPG)?
A. If you do not maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher and/or complete more than 50 percent of your
coursework for two consecutive primary terms (Fall/Spring), you lose your CCPG eligibility. You
will be notified within 30 days of the end of each term. In order to regain eligibility for the grant
you can do one of the following:
• File an appeal OR
• Not attend your school district for two consecutive primary terms OR
• Improve GPA and/or course completion to meet academic and progress standards.
Financial Assistance Common Acronyms
AB 540 (Assembly Bill 540): AB540 is a California law that allows any student, including
undocumented students, who meet specific requirements to be exempt from paying
nonresident tuition at all public colleges and universities in California.
ATB (Ability to Benefit Test): A test federally approved by the Department of Education
for students seeking financial assistance, but do not have a High School Diploma or GED
certificate. Students applying for financial aid must pass the ATB test if they do not meet the
high school equivalency requirements.
CADAA (California Dream Act Application): allows students who meet AB 540 criteria
to apply for and receive state funded financial aid such as institutional grants, Cal Grants, Chafee
Grants, and the California College Promise Grant (CCPG) at California Community Colleges.
CAHSEE (California High School Exit Examination): California public school students
must pass this test to earn a high school diploma. Eligible students with disabilities may be exempt
from taking the examination, or may receive a waiver.
*Effective January 1, 2016 - Due to the change in academic standards, Senate Bill 172 was signed by
the Governor to suspend the administration of the CAHSEE and the requirement that students pass the
CAHSEE to receive a high school diploma for the 2015–16, 2016–17, and 2017–18 school years. The
law required that schools grant a diploma to any pupil who completed grade twelve in the 2003– 04
school year or a subsequent school year and met all applicable graduation requirements other than the
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passage of the high school exit examination.*
Cal Grant: A state grant that is awarded to low-and middle-income students who meet specific
eligibility requirements.
Cal SAR (California Dream Act Application Student Aid Report): The Cal SAR contains
information that the student originally reported on the CADAA, and the results of eligibility and
expected family contribution (EFC) determinations information. The Cal SAR results will inform
a student if the CADAA is complete or if corrections are needed to determine state-aid eligibility.
CCPG (California College Promise Grant): A fee waiver that is used to waive tuition fees
and reduce parking fees. You must be a California Resident to receive the CCPG.
CELSA (Combined English Language Skills Assessment): An ATB test for students whose
native language is not English, and who are not fluent in English.
COA (Cost of Attendance): The total amount it would cost you to attend school at a given
college for one academic year. The COA includes the cost of tuition and fees, food and housing,
books, supplies, transportation, and miscellaneous and personal expenses.
CRI (Consent to Release Information): A form provided under the Family Educational and
Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, that is required in order to release or share information with a
person/agency regarding a student.
CSAC (California Student Aid Commission): The principal state agency responsible for
administering financial aid programs for students attending public and private universities, colleges,
and vocational schools in California.
DACA (Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals): An administrative relief that protects
eligible immigrants who came to the United States when they were children from deportation
and provides a work permit.
DOE (United States Department of Education): The DOE funds all federal grants and
loans.
DRN (Data Release Number): A four-digit number located on the front page of a student aid
report (SAR) that a student uses when changing certain SAR information by telephone. The DRN
is different from the FSA ID, which is the student's personal ID and should not be used by anyone
else.
ECP (Extenuating Circumstances Petition): A petition for students who encounter
situations involving extenuating circumstances, or emergencies that may affect their educational
records and fall outside the realm of normal college policy and procedure.
EFC (Expected Family Contribution): A federal methodology used by the U.S. Department
of Education to determine an applicant's eligibility for federal and state aid. The EFC determines
how much a student and their family can be expected to contribute to the cost of a student's
education for an award year.
EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer): Direct deposit of financial aid funds into a bank account.
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The student’s name must be on the account.
EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs & Services): A program providing additional
services for students who meet the program eligibility requirements. Available services include
academic counseling, priority registration, book vouchers, tutorial services, and transfer
information and assistance.
EW (Excused Withdraw): Grade utilized to withdraw from a course(s) due to specific events
beyond a student's control that affected his/her ability to complete a course(s). For more
information, contact the department of Admissions and Records.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): An application that is used to apply for
Federal and State financial aid. To apply online go to studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
FAO (Financial Aid Office): Where students can inquire about financial aid and submit any
documents required to complete their financial aid file for processing.
FSA ID (Federal Student Aid Identification): An FSA ID is a username and password that
you must use to log in to certain U.S. Department of Education (ED) websites. The FSA ID
allows students and parents to identify themselves electronically to access FSA Web sites, such
as FAFSA on the Web.
FSEOG (Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant): A federal grant for
undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Students may need to meet the priority deadline
of March 2
nd
to be considered for SEOG eligibility.
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974): A federal law that protects
the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under
an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
FTI (Federal Tax Information): A tax return or tax return information received from the
IRS or any secondary source which is protected by the confidentiality provisions of the Internal
Revenue Service.
FWS (Federal Work Study): Provides part-time jobs to undergraduate and graduate
students, allowing them to earn money to help pay toward educational expenses.
GED (General Education Development Certificate): A certificate students receive upon
completion of an approved high school equivalency test. Students who have a GED may apply
for financial aid.
GPA (Grade Point Average): The average of grades for all classes taken in college. To calculate,
total the credit hours and then the grade points from all semesters. Divide the total grade points
by the total credit hours.
ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number): Tax processing number issued by the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to individuals who are required to have a U.S. taxpayer
identification number but who do not have, and are not eligible to obtain, a Social Security
number (SSN) from the Social Security Administration.
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MPN (Master Promissory Note): A legal document listing the borrower’s responsibilities and
rights. The MPN must be signed when applying for a student loan.
PIN (Federal Student Aid Personal Identification Number): A 4-digit number used to
electronically sign your FAFSA and access your personal information on Federal Student Aid
Web sites, such as FAFSA on the Web.
* Prior to May 2015, a Federal Student Aid PIN was used to access personal information and
digitally sign on various Department of Education websites. In May 2015, the PIN was replaced
by the FSA ID.*
SAI (Student Aid Index): A number that determines each student’s eligibility for certain
types of federal student aid. This number is calculated with the SAI formulas, which use the
information that students provide on the FAFSA form. It replaces the Expected Family
Contribution (EFC) methodology for the 2024-2025 FAFSA Simplification.
SAP (Satisfactory Academic Progress): Federal and state regulations require students
receiving federal and state financial aid meet certain standards. SAP consists of qualitative
(minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0) and quantitative (minimum cumulative completion rate of 67%
for classes attempted) standards. Students must also complete their educational goal by the time
they have attempted 150% of the units required in their specified educational goal.
SAR (Student Aid Report): The SAR contains information that the student originally
reported on the FAFSA, and the results of eligibility and expected family contribution (EFC).
The SAR results will inform a student if the FAFSA application is complete or if corrections are
needed to determine eligibility.
SFS (Student Financial Services) Office: The financial aid office is located in the Welcome
Center Building at Moreno Valley College. This is where students can inquire about financial aid
and submit any documents required to complete their financial aid file for processing.
SSN (Social Security Number): Personal identifiable information (PII) number utilized to
track earnings, determine Social Security benefits and computer benefit levels.
VA (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs): Cabinet-level executive branch department of
the federal government charged with providing lifelong healthcare services, education and
rehabilitation services as well as compensation payments for disabilities o death related to
military service.
Commonly Used Financial Aid Terms
Ability-to-Benefit - One of the criteria used to establish student eligibility in order for
students to receive Title IV program assistance is that a student must have earned a high school
diploma or its equivalent. Students who are not high school graduates or have not earned a
GED Certificate can demonstrate that they have the "ability to benefit" from the education or
training being offered by passing an approved ability-to-benefit (ATB) test or complete six
semester approved units. New students will be required to have a high school diploma,
GED, or pass a High School Proficiency test to satisfy the Ability-to-Benefit requirement
for financial aid.
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Academic Year - A period of time that schools use to measure a quantity of study. For
example, a school’s academic year may consist of a fall and spring semester during which a full-
time undergraduate student must complete 24 semester hours. Academic years vary from
school to school and even between educational programs at the same school.
Accreditation - The school must meet minimum academic standards, as defined by an
accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, to be eligible to participate in
the administration of federal student aid programs.
Accrue - The process where interest accumulates on a student loan.
Agency Verification – The process by which a student requests in writing verification if
financial aid eligibility to be submitted to a third-party agency.
Award Letter - The award letter explains the type(s) and amount(s) of financial aid the student
may be eligible for based on various determining factors. The award letter can be found on Web
Advisor/MyPortal under the financial aid section.
BankMobile – RCCD disburses financial aid funds to eligible MVC students via BankMobile
Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc.
Borrower – An individual who signed and agreed to the terms in a loan promissory note and is
responsible for repaying a loan.
Capitalized - With certain loans, such as the subsidized loans, the U.S. Department of
Education pays the interest that accrues on a loan while the student maintains at least half-time
enrollment, and during periods of deferment. However, with subsidized loans in forbearance
and unsubsidized loans in any status, a student is responsible for paying interest as it accrues.
When interest on these loans are not paid during accrual, the interest is capitalized, or added to
the principal balance, which increases the outstanding principal amount due on this loan.
Consolidation - The process of combining one or more loans into a single new loan.
Cost of Attendance (COA) - The total annual cost of attending college for any given
academic year. The COA includes tuition and fees, food and housing, allowances for books,
supplies, transportation, loan fees, and, if applicable, dependent care. It also includes
miscellaneous and personal expenses.
Default - If a student does not repay a loan according to the terms and agreements of the
signed promissory note, the student may enter into a default status. A student’s credit status,
future financial aid, purchasing cars, a house, and IRS refund may be affected if a loan is in a
default status.
Dependent student - A student who does not meet one of the criteria for an independent
student on the financial aid application(s), such as: Be at least 24 years old, married, a graduate
or professional student, a veteran, a member of the armed forces, an orphan, a ward of the
court, or someone with legal dependents other than a spouse.
Disbursement - Scheduled dates in which students will be disbursed financial aid (may include
Pell Grant, SEOG, Cal Grant, Loans).
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*For a list of the 2022/2023 disbursement scheduled dates, please see the disbursement schedule
section of this consumer guide.
Direct Loans - William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program. Eligible students
borrow directly from the U.S. Department of Education at participating schools. Direct Loans
include subsidized and unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loans (also known as Direct Subsidized
Loans and Direct Unsubsidized Loans). You must repay these loans directly to the U.S.
Department of Education.
E-sign: A 5-digit number created by students to electronically sign webforms in the Financial
Aid Task Portal. Parent Task Portal Users will E-sign with their separately created password.
Educational Goal - A program of organized instruction or study that leads to an academic,
professional, or vocational degree, a certificate, or other recognized educational credentials. To
receive financial assistance, you must be enrolled in an eligible program. Please see the SFS office
for more information.
Enrollment Status – The number of units/hours of active attendance per semester at RCCD.
Enrollment Intensity – Is the percentage of full-time enrollment at which a student is
enrolled, rounded to the nearest whole percent. For example, if full-time enrollment is 12
credit hours and the student is enrolled in 7 hours, the enrollment intensity would be 7 ÷ 12 ×
100% = 58.3% (round to 58%).
FAFSA Submission Summary – Is a paper or electronic document from the U.S. Department
of Education’s office of Federal Student Aid that lists answers to the questions on the student’s
FAFSA form and gives basic estimates about the student’s eligibility for federal student aid. It is
not a financial aid offer.
Full-time – 12 or more units/hours of active enrollment per semester at RCCD.
Grace period - After borrowers graduate, leave school, or drop below half-time enrollment,
loans that were borrowed have six months before repayment is due. This period is known as
the "grace period.” During the grace period, no interest accrues on subsidized loans. Interest
accrues on unsubsidized loans during grace periods, and this interest is capitalized when
borrowers' loans enter repayment.
Half-time - At least six semester hours/units of active enrollment per semester at RCCD.
Independent Student - An independent student meets the criteria on the FAFSA/CADAA to
list only his/her (and spouse if applicable) information.
Interest - A loan expense charged by the lender and paid by the borrower for the use of
borrowed money.
Less than half-time – Fewer than 6 units/hours of active enrollment per semester at RCCD.
National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) - NSLDS receives data from schools,
guaranty agencies, and U.S. Department of Education programs. By using your FSA ID you can
obtain information about your federal loan(s) and Pell Grant amounts, outstanding balances, the
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status of your loans, and disbursements made. You can access NSLDS at www.nslds.ed.gov.
Principal - The amount of money borrowed by the student. Depending on loan type, interest
will accrue on this amount.
Promissory Note - A promissory note is a binding legal document you sign when you get a
student loan. It lists the conditions under which you are borrowing and the terms under which
you agree to pay back the loan. The promissory note will include information on how interest
is calculated and what deferment and cancellation provisions are available to the borrower. It is
very important to read and save this document. You will need to refer to your promissory note
later when you begin repaying on your loan or at other times when you need information about
provisions of the loan, such as deferments or forbearances.
Refund Preference – Students eligible to receive financial aid funds are required to choose
their preferred method of disbursement by activating their accounts at
www.refundselection.com.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) - To be eligible to receive federal student financial
aid, you must meet and maintain your college’s standards of satisfactory academic progress
(SAP) toward a degree or certificate offered by that institution. Please refer to our SAP section
on this guide for additional information.
Selective Service Registration - In order to be eligible for federal student aid you must
register with the Selective Service if:
• You are a male born on or after January 1, 1960
• You are at least 18 years old while not exceeding 25 years of age
• You are not currently on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Student Aid Index (SAI) – is a formula-based index number ranging from -1500 to 999999.
Where your SAI falls withing the SAI range helps your school determine how much financial
support you may need.
Subsidized - A loan for which a student borrower is not responsible for the interest until they
have stopped attending school, dropped below half-time enrollment status, or have completed
their grace period.
Task – Additional documentation required by the SFS office based on the information provided
in the FAFSA application. These tasks are listed in the Financial Aid Task Portal at
https://mvc.studentforms.com.
Three-quarter time – ¾ time refers to attending 9-11.5 units/hours of active enrollment per
semester at RCCD.
Unsubsidized - A loan for which the student borrower is fully responsible for paying the
interest while they are in school regardless of the loan status. Interest on unsubsidized loans
accrues from the date of disbursement and continues until repaid in full.
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English/Spanish Glossary
A
Ability-to-benefit........................................................................................................ capacidad
para
beneficiarse
Ability-to-benefit test.................................................................... examen de capacidad para beneficiarse
Academic year ............................................................................................................................. año académico
Address (permanent mailing address) ............................... dirección (dirección de correo permanente)
Admission ..................................................................................................................................................... admisión
Adopted child ................................................................................................................................... hijo adoptivo
Alien registration number (A-number) ............................................................................ número de registro
extranjero Application ............................................................................. solicitud, formulario de solicitud
Area code ................................................................................................ código de área, prefijo de teléfono
Armed Forces ............................................................................................................ fuerzas armadas, ejército
Award letter .............................................................................. notificación de ofertas de ayuda financiera
Award year .............................................................................................................. año de concesión de beca
Award, financial aid ......................................................................................... concesión de ayuda financiera
B
Bank account ........................................................................................... cuenta bancaria, cuenta en el banco
Bank deposit ............................................................................................................................ depósito bancario
Birth certificate ........................................................................... acta de nacimiento, partida de nacimiento
Borrow .............................................................................. prestar, obtener un préstamo, pedir prestado
Budget ..................................................................................................................................................... presupuesto
Business .......................................................................................................................................................... negocio
C
Central Processing System (CPS) .......................................................... Sistema Central de Procesamiento
Certificate ................................................................................................................................................. .certificado
Child care ........................................................... cuidado de niños, cuidado infantil, cuidado de menores
Child care provider ............................................................................ persona (o entidad) que cuida niños
Citizenship sta
tus .............................................................................. condición migratoria o de ciudadanía
Code (Title IV code) ............................................................................................ código (Código de Titulo IV)
College ......................................................................................................................................................universidad
Community College ........................................................................ institución postsecundaria de dos años
Community service ........................................................... servicio comunitario, servicio a la comunidad
Completing the FAFSA .............................................................. completar la solicitud para ayuda financiera
Consent ................................................................................................................... consentir en; consentimiento
Consortium agreement ............................................................................................... acuerdo de consorcio
Cost of attendance ..................................................................................................................... costo de estudio
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D
Data Release Number (DRN) .................................................................. Número de Divulgación de Datos
Default (on a loan) ............................................................................................. falta de pago (a un préstamo)
Deferment (loan repayment) ............................................................................................ aplazamiento de pago
Demonstrated financial need ........................................................................ necesidad financiera demostrada
Department of Education .....................................................................................Departamento de Educación
Dependency ...........................................................................................................................................dependencia
Disabled .........................................................................................................................discapacitado, incapacitado
Driver’s license ............................................................................. licencia de conducir, licencia de manejar
E
Earnings ......................................................................................................................... ganancias, ingresos, sueldo
Education expenses ............................................................................................................ gastos de acadèmicos
E-mail .....................................................................................................correo electrónico, mensaje electrónico
Enrolled ........................................................................................................................................................... inscrito
Enrollment intensity .......................................................................................................... tasa de matriculación
Enrollment period ........................................................................................................... periodo de matricula
Enrollment status... ........................................................................................................estado de matriculación
Extenuating circumstances ..................................................................................... circunstancias extenuantes
F
FAFSA on the Web .............................................................................................................. FAFSA en la web
FAFSA Submission Summary...............................................resumen de tramitación del formulario FAFSA
Federal school code ................................................................................................... código escolar federal
Federal Work-Study Program..................................................... programa federal de trabajo y estudio
Field of study......................................................................................................................... campo de e studio
Financial aid administrator..................................................................... administrador de ayuda financiera
First name ....................................................................................................................................................... nombre
Forbearance ............................................................................................................................................. indulgencia
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) .................................. solicitud gratuita de ayuda federal
para Est
udiantes
Full-time student ......................................................................................... estudiante de tiempo completo
G
General Education Development (GED) Certificate ............ certificado de formación educativa general
Grace period ........................................................................................................................... periodo de gracia
Grade level ........................................................................................................ nivel de estudio, nivel escolar
Grade point average.....................promedio de calificaciones, promedio de notas, promedio académico
Grant ..................................................................................................................................................................... beca
H
Head of household ............................................................................................................... cabeza de familia
High school equivalency test .................................................. examen de equivalencia de escuela secundaria
Home schooling .......................................................... enseñanza en el hogar, escolarización en el hogar
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Honorable discharge (Armed Forces) ........................................ retiro honorable de las fuerzas armadas
Hope tax credit ..................................................................................................... crédito tributario “Hope”
I
Income ........................................................................................................................................................... ingresos
Taxed income .................................................................. ingresos tributables, ingresos sujetos a impuestos
Independent student .......................................................................................................... alumno independiente
Interest rate ..................................................................................................................................... tasa de interés
IRS form 1040 .............................................................................................................. formulario de IRS 1040
IRS form 1040A ........................................................................................................ formulario de IRS 1040A
IRS form 1040EZ .................................................................................................... formulario de IRS 1040EZ
J
Job application ....................................................................................................................... solicitud de empleo
Job placement .............................................................................................................................. colocación laboral
L
Last name ....................................................................................................................................................... apellido
Legal dependent.......... ................................................................................................................ dependiente legal
Legal residence ............................................................................................................................... residencia legal
Living expenses .................................................................................................................. gastos de subsistencia
Loan .............................................................................................................................................................. préstamo
M
Marital status ....................................................................................................................................... estado civil
Master Promissory Note (MPN) ...................................... pagaré maestro, pagaré único, pagaré principal
Middle initial ........................................................................................................... inicial (del segundo nombre)
Military ............................................................................................................................ fuerzas armadas, militar
N
National student loan data system ..................................... sistema nacional de información sobre los
préstamos educativos
Need ............................................................................................ análisis, cálculo de la necesidad financiera
Need-based programs ................................. programa que otorga ayuda según la necesidad financiera
Nursing ................................................................................................ enfermería, profesión de enfermero
O
Office of Inspector General .................................................................................. oficina del inspector general
Online FAFSA ............................................................................................................................. FAFSA electrónica
Overpayment................................................................................................................................... pago en exceso
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P
Paper FAFSA ................................................................. FAFSA impresa, la versión impresa de la FAFSA
Paper SAR ....................................................................................... SAR impreso, la versión impresa del SAR
Password .................................................................................................................................................. .contraseña
Pell grant ............................................................................................................................................. beca federal
Permanent mailing address ...............................................................................dirección postal permanente
Permanent resident ....................................................................................................... residente permanente
Permanent telephone number .................................................................... número de teléfono permanente
PIN (personal identification number) .......................................... PIN (número de identificación personal)
Power of attorney ..................................................................................................... carta poder, poder legal
Q
Qualification .................................................................................................................................................. requisito
R
Repaying your student loans ..................................................... cómo pagar sus préstamos estudiantiles
S
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) ..................................................... progreso académico satisfactorio
Scholarship ........................................................................................................................................................... beca
Selective Service Registration .......................... inscribirse en los registros militares del servicio selectivo
Selective Service System ................................................................................... sistema del servicio selectivo
Social security ................................................................................................................................. seguro social
Social security number ..............................................................................................número de seguro social
Spouse......................................................................................................................................cónyuge, esposa/esposo
Stafford Loan Program ...............................................................................................programa de préstamos
State of legal residence ...........................................................................................estado de residencia legal
Student Aid Index (SAI) ......................................................................................... índice de ayuda estudiantil
Student Aid Report (SAR) ............................................................................... informe de ayuda estudiantil
Student eligibility ............................................................................................... elegibilidad de los estudiantes
Student financial aid/student financial assistance ............................................ ayuda financiera estudiantil
T
Taxable income ................................................................................................. ingresos sujetos a impuesto
Teacher ...............................
................................................................................ maestro, docente, profesor
U
U.S. Department of Education ...................................................... departmento de educación de EE UU
U.S. permanent resident .......................................................................... residente permanente de EE UU
Unmet need ............................................................................................... necesidad (financiera) no cubierta
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V
Verify ............................................................................................................... verificar, comprobar, confirmar
Veteran ........................................................................................................... veterano de las fuerzas armadas
W
W-2 form ......................................................................................................................................... formulario W-2
Wages ......................................................................................................................... salario, pagos por trabajos
Z
Zip code ........................................................................................................................ código postal, zona postal
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Consortium Agreement
Moreno Valley/ Norco College/ Riverside City College Blanket Consortium Agreement
(As allowed in the Code of Federal Regulations, 34CFR 668.5)
This blanket consortium agreement is for the purpose of providing federal financial assistance to
Riverside Community College District students enrolled at Moreno Valley, Norco, and/ or
Riverside City College. It covers enrollment for on campus classes, online classes, and study
abroad courses. RCCD colleges do not participate as a home college for a consortium
agreement(s) outside of our district. RCCD will not honor course(s) taken at other colleges for
financial aid payment.
This consortium agreement is effective beginning the fall 2011 semester.
The home school will be the college where the student submits their admission’s application and
where the student is seeking a degree. The home school will be responsible for:
• Determining eligibility
• Disbursing aid
• Monitoring enrollment
• Monitoring and resolving over awards
• Administering the Return of Title IV regulations
• Administering the Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Cost of attendance information (enrollment fees, other program costs, etc.) at all colleges
• Enrollment periods for all classes
The other college(s) where students are enrolled is considered to be the host school. The host
school(s) agrees to not disburse financial aid to students who have chosen another college as
their home school.
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Student Financial Services Moreno Valley College
Office Contact and Important Information
The Title IV School code for Moreno Valley College: 041735
CA Dream Act Application school code for Moreno Valley College: 04173500
For office hours visit our website at mvc.edu/financialaid
Mailing Address
Moreno Valley College
16130 Lasselle Street
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
Attn: Student Financial Services
Phone Number: (951)571-6139
Fax Number: (951) 571-6365
Website: mvc.edu/financialaid
Email Address: studentfinancials[email protected]
• (Send emails from your RCCD student email, if applicable, and include your student ID
number)
Online Assistance via ConexEd:
https://moreno.craniumcafe.com/group/student-financial-services/lobby
*Paper copies are available upon request.
