# Cal Grants – California Student Aid Commission

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- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/cal-grants
- Provider: California Student Aid Commission (Foundation)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: See the official page for current dates.
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- Official page: https://hafoundation.org/requesting-support/scholarship-search/other-financial-resources/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Cal Grants program, administered by the California Student Aid Commission, provides financial assistance to students pursuing undergraduate degrees or vocational and career training. To qualify, applicants must attend a college located in California. Eligibility for this state funding is determined by several factors, including the type of higher education institution the student attends, their household size, their family income, and, in some instances, their GPA. 

Because these grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, completing the application process early is highly recommended. To apply, students must submit either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA), depending on their residency status, along with any required GPA verification forms. These state-funded grants do not have to be repaid by the recipient. For the most up-to-date deadlines and submission windows, applicants should see the official page for current dates.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: CA
- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year, College 3rd year, College 4th year
- Citizenship: U.S. citizen, Eligible noncitizen, DACA or state Dream Act student
- College types: 2-year college, 4-year college, Technical or trade school, Public college, Private college
- Determined by the type of college attended, household size, income, and in some cases GPA. Must attend college in California.

## How to apply

Submit the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application along with a verified GPA form.

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