Financial Aid Disbursement Schedule and Important Dates
MSJC's Financial Aid Office aims to ensure that students are equipped with the tools and resources necessary in successfully navigating their academic journeys. Please see the table below for a list of important dates to be mindful of to ensure on time completion of all financial aid requirements:
Important Dates
| Dates | Action |
|---|---|
|
NOW |
Submit your FREE Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) Application 2026-2027. |
| July 9, 2026 | Deadline to submit Summer 2026 SAP Appeal |
| October 1, 2026 | Submit your FREE Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) Application 2027-2028. |
| November 20, 2026 | Deadline to submit Fall 2026 SAP Appeal |
| December 4, 2026 | Deadline to submit Verification documents for Fall payment (Fall only students) |
| March 2, 2027 | 2027-2028 Financial Aid Application Priority Deadline |
| May 5, 2027 | Deadline to submit Spring 2027 SAP Appeal |
| May 14, 2027 | Last day to submit 2026-2027 SAI Appeal |
| May 14, 2027 | Last day to submit 2026-2027 Cost of Attendance (COA) Appeal |
| May 14, 2027 | Last day to submit 2026-2027 Unusual Circumstance Appeal |
| May 19, 2027 | Deadline to submit 2026-2027 Verification Documents |
| July 15, 2027 | Deadline to submit Summer 2027 SAP Appeal |
The table below will help you quickly access the date your financial aid will be processed. Please review this information and contact the Financial Aid office with any questions relating to the disbursement of your financial aid funding. Note: These dates are subject to change.
Summer 2026 Financial Aid Disbursement Schedule
| Files Awarded by | Disbursement Date | Please review repayment policy before dropping any classes |
|---|---|---|
| Friday June 5 | Monday, June 15 Delayed | 1st Major Disbursement for 1st Session |
| Friday June 19 | Monday, June 29 | 1st Major Disbursement for 2nd Session |
| Friday July 17 | Wednesday, July 29 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Aug 7 | Monday, Aug 17 | Supplemental Disbursement |
2026-2027 Academic Year Disbursement Schedule
Fall 2026 Financial Aid Disbursement Schedule
| Files Awarded by | Disbursement Date | Please review the repayment policy before dropping any classes |
|---|---|---|
| Friday Aug 7 | Monday Aug 17 | 1st Major Disbursement |
| Friday Aug 14 |
Wednesday, Aug 26 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Aug 21 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Aug 28 | Wednesday, Sept 9 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Sept 4 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Sept 11 |
Wednesday, Sept 23 |
Supplemental Disbursement & Cal Grant/SSCG Disbursement |
|
Friday Sept 18 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
|
Friday Sept 25 |
Wednesday, Oct 7 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Oct 2 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Oct 9 |
Wednesday, Oct 21 |
2nd Major Disbursement |
| Friday Oct 16 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Oct 23 |
Wednesday, Nov 4 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Oct 30 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Nov 6 |
Wednesday, Nov 18 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Nov 13 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Nov 27 |
Wednesday, Dec 9 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Dec 4 |
NA |
Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Dec 11 |
Wednesday, Dec 23 |
Supplemental Disbursement |
Spring 2027 Financial Aid Disbursement Schedule
| Files Awarded by | Disbursement Date | Please review repayment policy before dropping any classes |
|---|---|---|
| Friday Jan 15 | Tuesday, Jan 25 | 1st Major Disbursement |
| Friday Jan 22 | Wednesday, Feb 3 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Jan 29 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Feb 5 | Wednesday, Feb 17 | Supplemental Disbursement |
|
Friday Feb 12 |
NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Feb 19 | Wednesday, Mar 3 | Supplemental Disbursement & Cal Grant/SSCG Disbursement |
| Friday Feb 26 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Mar 5 | Wednesday, Mar 17 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday Mar 12 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday Mar 19 | Wednesday, Mar 31 | 2nd Major Disbursement |
| Friday Mar 26 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday April 2 | Wednesday, April 14 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday April 9 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday April 16 | Wednesday, April 28 | Supplemental Disbursement |
| Friday April 23 | NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday April 30 | Wednesday, May 12 | Supplemental Disbursement |
|
Friday May 7 |
NA | Scholarships will be processed |
| Friday May 14 | Wednesday, May 26 | Supplemental Disbursement |
Financial Aid Office Hours
Walk-In Services (In Office)
Monday – Thursday: 10:00AM – 3:00PM
Phone Assistance
Monday – Thursday: 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Friday: Closed through July 31, 2026
Reach us by phone at 951-465-7891 or email finaid@msjc.edu