CAmP FIRE/BUTTE CO. Resources for STUDENTS AND FAMILIES

The services and resources below have been compiled for students and families impacted by the recent fires in Paradise, CA and surrounding areas.

FREE COLLEGE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS IN PERSON OR BY PHONE/SKYPE

College admission professionals from high schools through WACAC (Western Association for College Admissions Counseling), Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA), and the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) are available to support families at no charge. Please complete the Contact Form on this site and we will match you with a volunteer. A sample of services available:

General college advising

Assistance with essays

Financial Aid

Developing a college list

Requesting fee waivers

Requesting deadline extensions

DACA

UC/CSU applications

Common App/Coalition applications

In-Person COLLEGE SERVICES in CHICO, December 8 - 9, Courtyard Marriott

Representatives from colleges, volunteer professional counselors, and financial aid experts will meet with students and parents 1:1. Registration is requested but walk-ins will be helped on a space available basis. Computers will be available for students and parents to use to complete forms. Location: 2481 Carmichael Dr, Chico, CA 95928, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm each day.

Click on the Resources button to see updates on colleges that are providing deadline extensions and other accommodations to students impacted by the fire as well as getting assistance with completing Financial Aid applications.