Cal Grant A
Provides tuition and fee assistance to undergraduate California residents seeking their first bachelor’s degree. Awarded on the basis of cumulative grade-point average and financial need. Qualifying students can receive up to $9,358, renewable for up to four years. Continuing Cal Grant recipients must maintain good academic standing in addition to financial need. They are not required to resubmit verification of their grade-point average for renewal.
More information about Cal Grants is available through the Cal Grant website.
How to Apply
To apply for a Cal Grant, California residents must:
- File a FAFSA
- Return the Cal Grant GPA Verification Form to CSAC.
The deadline to apply for a Cal Grant is March 2nd. You can manage your Cal Grant account online by using WebGrants 4 Students.
Cal Grant B
Provides a living-allowance stipend and tuition/fee assistance to undergraduate California residents seeking their first bachelor’s degree. Awards are based on cumulative grade-point average and high financial need. Recipients are generally from disadvantaged economic or educational backgrounds. Awards for first-year students provide up to $1,648 for books and living expenses. When renewed or applied beyond the first year, awards may also include tuition and fee assistance of up to $9,358. Continuing Cal Grant recipients must maintain good academic standing in addition to financial need. They are not required to resubmit verification of their grade-point averages for renewal.
More information about Cal Grants is available through the Cal Grant website.
How to Apply
To apply for a Cal Grant, California residents must:
- File a FAFSA
- Return the Cal Grant GPA Verification Form to CSAC.
The deadline to apply for a Cal Grant is March 2nd. You can manage your Cal Grant account online by using WebGrants 4 Students.
Other State Grants
Many other states provide scholarships and grants. Contact your state grant agency regarding programs available and application procedures.