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Financial Aid

School-Specific Aid

  • Payment Plans: Golden Oak Adult School offers interest-free payment plans to help you manage the cost of your education. 
  • Contact Information: To learn more about setting up a payment plan or to receive a specific payment schedule, please contact the school office at [email protected] or 661-253-0583

Government and Agency Aid

  • Work Source Centers and Employment Development Department (EDD): These agencies have "training dollars" that may assist with paying for the cost of training.
  • Eligible Trainer Status:  Golden Oak Adult School is listed on the Eligible Trainer's provider list (I-train), which is typically a requirement for certain government-funded training programs.

Institutional Assistance

  • Colleges and other educational institutions may offer:
    • Work-study
    • College loans
    • Scholarships
    • Grants

Private and Corporate Funding

  • Private Financing: Includes loans from sources such as:
    • Traditional banks
    • Credit unions
    • Higher education agencies
  • Scholarships: A grant or payment for education, generally awarded based on academic or other achievements.
  • Corporate/Employer Funding: Companies may pay tuition for their employees to return to school; individuals should check with their employer.