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Each year the Commission publishes income and asset ceilings for the Cal Grant Program. These ceilings are subject to change until the annual state budget is passed.
The Cal Grant is a California-specific financial aid allocation that does not need to be paid back. Cal Grant applicants must apply using the FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application by the deadline and meet all eligibility, financial, and minimum GPA requirements of either program.
This ceiling also applies to independent students with dependents other than a spouse. NOTE: Per California Education Code section 69432.7(k), the Cal Grant program income and asset ceilings for new applicants and renewing recipients are to be adjusted annually using the change in the cost of living within the meaning of paragraph
The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) administers the Cal Grant program, a California-specific financial aid award that helps pay for college tuition and fees. Cal Grants do not need to be paid back.
Cal Grant A is available to eligible students with financial need who graduated from high school in 2000-2001 or later with a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. This grant pays the tuition fee portion of in-state resident fees , which is currently $5,742.
If you qualify, the Cal Grant will cover UC tuition and fees. You must re-qualfiy each year by submitting your Financial Aid Application, demonstrating financial need, and meeting family income and asset ceilings.
The Cal Grant program makes college affordable for middle and low-income Californians through state funds administered by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). The deadline to apply is early March. Visit the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) website for more information.