Financial Aid

Welcome to West Los Angeles College

We are dedicated to supporting your educational journey by providing a variety of financial assistance options to help you fund your studies. Whether through grants, waivers, work-study programs, or other forms of aid, our commitment is to ensure you have the resources you need to succeed. Explore the different methods we offer to ease the financial burden and make your academic goals a reality. Detailed information on these forms of aid is available below.

Best wishes,

WLAC Financial Aid Office

Choosing the Right Financial Aid Application

To determine your eligibility for financial aid, you need to complete one of two applications based on your citizenship status:

• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): If you are a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident, complete the FAFSA to qualify for federal, state, and institutional financial aid.

• California Dream Act Application: If you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident but graduated from a high school in California, complete the California Dream Act Application to be considered for state and institutional financial aid. Learn more about the AB540 criteria requirements in the DREAM Act Application Guide.

More information on how to complete these applications can be found on our "How to Apply" page.