California Middle Class Scholarship
Run by California Student Aid Commission, a state agency
Reduces tuition at UC and CSU for middle-income families earning up to $201,000. Bridges the gap between Pell Grants and families who earn too much for traditional aid.
- Award
- Up to 40% of tuition covered
- Deadline
- Rolling via FAFSA
- Run by
- California Student Aid Commission
- State
Who it's for
- CA resident
- Enrolled at UC or CSU
- Family income under $201,000
- Not receiving other aid covering full tuition
California Student Aid Commission decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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California Middle Class Scholarship is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. California Student Aid Commission decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.