Financial Aid: 2025-2026 Important Dates and Deadlines
2025 - 2026
Meeting deadlines is crucial to ensure you receive the maximum aid for which you are eligible. Use this page to stay informed about key dates and deadlines for financial aid programs, appeals, and special circumstances.
Deadlines
| FALL 2025 | SPRING 2026 | SUMMER 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAP Appeals | 11/14/25 | 4/15/26 | 7/15/26 |
| Consortium Agreement | 11/14/25 | 4/15/26 | 7/15/26 |
| Direct Loan | 11/14/25 | 4/15/26 | 7/15/26 |
| Special Circumstances |
11/14/25 |
4/15/26 |
7/15/26 |
List of Dates
FALL 2025
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 1 | Deadline to submit all required forms for 1st Fall disbursement |
| Sep 2 | Deadline for competitive Cal Grant for community colleges year 2024-2025 |
| Oct 1 | FAFSA & CADAA application for academic year 2025-2026 opens |
| Nov 15 | Deadline to submit Appeal forms and supporting documents |
| Nov 15 | Deadline to submit Consortium Agreement forms |
| Nov 15 | Deadline to submit Direct Loan application |
| Nov 15 | Deadline to submit Special Circumstance forms and supporting documents |
SPRING 2026
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 2 | Priority deadline for 2026-2027 FAFSA & CA Dream Act Application |
| March 2 | Deadline to submit certified GPA for Cal Grant consideration |
| April 15 | Deadline to submit Appeal forms and supporting documents |
| April 15 | Deadline to submit Consortium Agreement forms |
| April 15 | Deadline to submit Direct Loan application |
| April 15 | Deadline to submit Special Circumstance forms and supporting documents |
SUMMER 2026
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Deadline to submit 2025-2026 FAFSA & CADAA Application |
| July 15 | Deadline to submit Appeal forms and supporting documents |
| July 15 | Deadline to submit Consortium Agreement forms |
| July 15 | Deadline to submit Direct Loan application |
| July 15 | Deadline to submit Special Circumstance forms and supporting documents |
| July 15 | Priority Deadline to submit all required forms for 1st Fall 2026 disbursement |
Important Deadlines by Financial Aid Program
FAFSA and CADAA Application Deadlines
Chabot College Scholarship Application
Cal Grant Deadlines
Appeals, Consortium Agreements, Direct Loan, Special Circumstances
2025-2026 Aid Year
- Applications Open: December 1, 2024
- Priority Deadline: March 2, 2025
- Final Deadline: June 30, 2026
- Submitting your application by April 2 ensures you are considered for Cal Grants, scholarships, and other priority aid.
2026-2027 Aid Year
- Applications Open: October 1, 2025
- Priority Deadline: March 2, 2026
- Final Deadline: June 30, 2027
- Submitting your application by March 2 ensures you are considered for Cal Grants, scholarships, and other priority aid.
Application Period:
- Opens: Spring Semester
- Closes: Mid March
- Apply via the Chabot College Scholarship Portal
- Priority Deadline: March 2, 2025
- Ensure your GPA Verification Form is submitted to CSAC.
- Community College Deadline: September 2, 2025
- A second chance for community college students who miss the April deadline.
If you need to submit an appeal, consortium agreement, direct loan request, or special circumstances form, ensure you meet the following deadlines:
Term Deadline
- Fall 2025: November 15, 2025
- Spring 2026: April 15, 2026
- Summer 2026: July 15, 2026
Key Details
- SAP Appeals: Submit if you are not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements to maintain financial aid eligibility.
- Consortium Agreements: For students taking courses at multiple institutions.
- Direct Loan: Complete your loan application by the deadline to ensure timely disbursement.
- Special Circumstances: If your financial situation has changed significantly, submit the appropriate form to request a reevaluation of your aid.