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Cal Grant

California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)

Amount variesDeadline: Mar 2, 2027· 124 days leftGrant · light effort
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About

California's main need-based financial aid program that does not need to be repaid, for California residents working toward a first undergraduate degree or certificate at an eligible institution. Students are considered automatically by filing the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application and having a verified GPA on file. Also required: verified GPA or test score on file with CSAC; enrolled at least half-time.

The Cal Grant Program is California's main financial aid program that does not need to be paid back.
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Who can apply

  • California resident attending a Cal Grant eligible institution

    “Be a California resident attending a Cal Grant eligible institution”

  • Demonstrate financial need and meet income/asset ceilings

    “Demonstrate sufficient financial need (determined by CSAC and verified by their institution) Meet income and asset ceilings”

  • U.S. citizen, permanent resident, eligible non-citizen, or AB 540 eligible

    “Be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, eligible non-citizen, or meet the non-resident tuition exception commonly known as AB540 .”