Academic success is based on a number of both internal and external factors.  Their are a number of national, state, and local agencies and departments to assist students in their college careers.  The following are some preferred websites.

CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE CHANCELLOR'S OFFICE (CCC SYSTEM)

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM (CSU SYSTEM)

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT (UC SYSTEM)

FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)

CALIFORNIAN STUDENT AID COMMISSION (CSAC)