Financial Aid

Cal Grant Eligibility and Application Process

Basic Eligibility Requirements

1. California resident
2. U. S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
3. Meet U. S. Selective Service Requirements
4. Attend a qualifying California postsecondary institution
5. Minimum enrollment as a half-time student
6. Maintain satisfactory academic progress
7. Family income and assets below minimum level established by the state
8. Not be in default on any student loans
9. Not owe any federal or state grant refund

Application Process

1. Submit a FAFSA
2. Submit a GPA Verification form
   Some high schools submit student’s GPA electronically to the state. In this case, the student should make sure the school has submitted the student’s GPA electronically.
3. Deadline
   Although the FAFSA is accepted year-round, students who plan to attend a California College and be eligible for State funds must submit their FAFSA and GPA Verification Form before March 2nd of each year. There is an additional Community College State deadline of September 2nd of each year.

Online Cal-Grant Information

Cal-Grant Flyer