Student Resources

Discover the spirit of learning and adventure in Orange County. Use the resources below to begin your financial aid journey, find internship ideas, and learn more about the best of Orange County -- from top colleges to the best cheap eats.

Introduction to Orange County, CA Colleges and Carees

Essential Guide to "The O.C."
Supercharge your education experience in "The O.C." where the sun never sets on learning!

Financial Aid in Orange County, California

Financial Aid in Orange County, California
Don't face the costs of going to school alone. Discover tips on how to tap into the billions of dollars that are available to students in California.

Win scholarships in Orange County

Scholarships
If you're looking for financial aid that won't add to your debt, don't dismiss scholarships. Learn more about the variety of scholarships available to students in Orange County.

Federal Financial Aid

Federal Financial Aid
Don't know a Perkins from a PLUS? Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of FinAid.org and Fastweb.com, explains your federal loan options.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

All About the FAFSA
If you apply for federal or state aid, you'll have to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of FinAid.org and Fastweb.com, provides valuable application tips.

The right internships can help you start your career in Orange County, CA

Top Internships in Orange County
Time to put away the surfboards and boogie boards and get to work! Check out our list of the best places to intern in Orange County.

Orange County's Top Colleges

Colleges and Universities in Orange County
Orange County offers more than just great weather, it's also home to a number of outstanding colleges and universities.

Top Cheap Eats in Orange County, CA

Cheap Eats in Orange County
Please your palate (and your wallet) with our breakdown of the best places to "chow down" in Orange County. See our staff's definitive guide to the best Cheap Eats in Orange County.