Success
starts here!
Complete these tasks early so you can focus on studies, goals, and already have support in place!
- Key Tasks
Financial Aid
Financial Aid connects to money, scholarships, student work, and more. Complete it early!
$50+ Million in Financial Aid & Scholarships
How to Apply for Financial Aid
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Submit FAFSA or CA DREAM Act Application.
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Submit documents.
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Wait to receive financial aid.
Check Your Financial Aid
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After submitting, be sure to check your Financial Aid Portal.
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Here you will get information regarding next steps and if there are incomplete items.
▶️ How to Complete the FAFSA
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Create MyEdPlan
Create a MyEdPlan and follow up with a counselor. It's a key to your success!
Largest Support Network in California
Create a MyEdPlan
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Login at smc.edu/myedplan (might be easier on a computer)
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Submit for Counselor Review.
What is MyEdPlan?
MyEdPlan is an award-winning, online, education planning tool that allows you to:
- Create and edit an education plan on your own anytime!
- Plan your courses for future terms.
- Track your progress toward your goal as you meet major/program/degree requirements.
- Submit your ed plan for review by a counselor directly from MyEdPlan.
- Meet the educational planning requirements for enrollment, including priority enrollment.
🌐 JOIN: A Counselor MyEdPlan Workshop
Educational Planning
An SMC counselor will help you plan your future
Special Programs
EVERYONE needs a little support. Reach out and join Special Programs early!
You Don't Have To College Alone
Build your Team
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Explore programs below.
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Contact any/all that interest you!
- Find Student Support anytime you need it.
What is special about Special Programs?
- dedicated counseling
- unique support
- peer engagement
- specialized events
- updated information
- cool swag
- ...and more!