Eligibility and How to Apply?

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CalWORKs Eligibility Criteria

  1. Eligible for the CalWORKs program and receive cash aid for yourself and at least 1 child in your household from a county public assistance office
  2. You must be enrolled in credit or non-credit classes at Long Beach City College.

How to Apply and New Student Checklist

  1. Any of the following can be used to submit as Proof of Benefits:  
  2. Complete new Student Intake Application
    • The Outlook login is your student email: LBCCstudentID@lbcc.edu (1234567@lbcc.edu), and the password is the same as your Viking Portal/Canvas  

After Completing These Steps

  1. Drop off completed Student Intake Application and Verification of Benefits to our CalWORKs office OR email them to calworks@lbcc.edu
  2. Once the intake is completed and submitted, our office staff will assist you with the following: 
    • Complete CalWORKs Orientation 
    • Schedule your counseling appointment to develop your Educational Plan, Weekly Plan, and complete any documentation from your worker.