Cal Grant A & B
Run by California Student Aid Commission, a state agency
California's primary need-based college grant program. Cal Grant A covers tuition at CSU/UC/private colleges. Cal Grant B provides living expense access awards for lowest-income students.
- Award
- Up to $9,648/year (Cal Grant A) or $1,648 access award (Cal Grant B)
- Deadline
- March 2 (FAFSA/CA Dream Act deadline)
- Run by
- California Student Aid Commission
- State
Who it's for
- CA resident
- Demonstrated financial need
- GPA 2.0-3.0 depending on grant type
- Enrolled at CA college
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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Cal Grant A & B 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.