Our Mission
The mission of the Butte College Financial Aid Office is to assure that the delivery of student aid funds is conducted accurately, expediently, and with respect. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of a diverse and talented campus community by providing quality customer service through the use of technology and a knowledgeable staff. Our goal is to provide financial assistance and information to students who would find it difficult or impossible to attend college without such aid.

Policies

On Determining Dependency Status
Independent or Dependent?? 
Information to clarify how the FAFSA determines dependency status.

On Responding to Requests for Confidential Information
Response to Requested Release of Confidential Information
Information on how Butte College Financial Aid Office handles requests for information and complies with FERPA regulations.

On Repayment of Unearned Financial Aid
Student Alert about Repayment
Important information about repayment: Students receiving financial aid who withdraw from all classes within the first 60% of the term or receive all 'FW's or a combination of 'FW's and withdrawals/drops may be required to repay a portion of aid received.

On Satisfactory Academic Progress
Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid Recipients
Federal and state financial aid regulations require Butte College to establish, publish and apply qualitative and quantitative standards by which the college can determine whether a student requesting and/or receiving financial aid is maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress toward their educational goal.

You can also visit the Financial Aid website to learn more about the BOGFW, and about all of the other financial aid options that Butte College has to offer.