Apply for Financial Aid

All students should apply for financial aid at
College of the Desert.

To be considered for federal and state financial aid at COD, students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and list College of the Desert's Title IV School Code on the application (001182).

Students that meet AB 540 requirements need to submit a California Dream Act Application (CADA) and list College of the Desert’s Title IV School Code on the application (001182).

To apply for the California College Promise Grant, a financial aid application (either FAFSA or CADA) must be submitted.