ScholarshipsstateCal Grant A
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Cal Grant A

California state grant covering tuition and fees at qualifying 4-year colleges. Up to ~$14,400/year (UC) or ~$7,400/year (CSU).

Award

$7,400-$14,400

Deadline

Mar 2, 2027

Renewable

Yes

Recipients

Varies

Who's eligible

California residents who graduated high school in CA, 3.0+ GPA, attending a qualifying CA college full-time, meet income/asset ceilings, U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (DACA students may apply via CADAA).

States: CA
GPA minimum: 3.00
Year: high school senior, college freshman, college sophomore, college junior, college senior
Demographic: Open eligibility

What you'll need to apply

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About this scholarship

Cal Grant A helps pay for tuition and fees at qualifying 4-year colleges or universities for California students with financial need who meet GPA and other eligibility requirements. The award covers systemwide tuition at UCs and CSUs and a portion at independent colleges. Awarded based on FAFSA/CADAA, GPA, and family income/asset ceilings.

Renewal terms: Renewable for up to 4 years (or equivalent) for full-time enrollment in eligible program.