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Cal Grant B

Run by California Student Aid Commission, a state agency

State financial aid grant for low-income undergraduate students providing a living allowance and tuition/fee assistance. Award amounts are higher than Cal Grant A living allowances and are intended for students from the lowest-income households.

Award
$1,648–$9,220
Deadline
Rolling
Run by
California Student Aid Commission
State

Who it's for

  • California residents enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying California college or university
  • Must meet Cal Grant income and asset ceilings (income thresholds vary by family size, approximately 100-150% FPL)
  • Submit FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application by March 2 deadline.

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.

Apply at csac.ca.gov

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Cal Grant 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.

Other help paying for school

Cal Grant ATuition assistance for low-to-middle income California students at qualifying colleges.California Dream Act Application GrantFinancial aid for undocumented and other AB 540-eligible students at California colleges.CalKIDS Children's Savings AccountsState-funded children's savings account program automatically seeding $25-$100 college...