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    California Military Department GIA Bill Award Program

    Biola University · College program

    Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition

    Apply on the official site (opens the official site in a new tab)

    Award

    Amount varies

    Deadline

    Apr 30, 2027

    171 days left

    Checked against the official page on Nov 8, 2026.

    About this scholarship

    California Military Department GIA Bill Award Program is offered by Biola University. It can be renewed for later years when recipients keep meeting the requirements. Who can apply: Must be an active member who has served two years in the California National Guard, State Military Reserve, or Naval Militia, and agree to remain active. Must be a California resident for at least one year. Check the official page for current eligibility rules, amounts and dates before applying.

    Who can apply

    • Resident of California
    • Undergraduate or Graduate student
    • College 1st year or College 2nd year or College 3rd year or College 4th year or Graduate
    • GPA of 2.00 or higher
    • U.S. citizen or Eligible noncitizen
    • Usable at: 2-year college, 4-year college, technical or trade school, public college, private college
    • Must be an active member who has served two years in the California National Guard, State Military Reserve, or Naval Militia, and agree to remain active. Must be a California resident for at least one year.

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    Award details

    Amount
    Amount varies
    Number of awards
    Not stated
    Renewable
    Yes, in later years if you stay eligible
    Merit-based
    No
    Need-based
    No
    Essay required
    No

    Key dates

    1. Applications open

      Jan 15, 2027

    2. Deadline

      Apr 30, 2027

    3. Winners notified

      Not stated

    As published: The priority deadline is April 30 (the application opens on January 15). After April 30, applications will continue to be accepted on a first come, first served basis.

    How to apply

    1. Complete the program application and the FAFSA.
    2. Submit a completed Statement of Understanding, a letter of recommendation, and a Service Commitment Acknowledgement form.
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    Provider and source

    Provider
    Biola University
    Last verified
    Nov 8, 2026

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    Where you can use it

    This award is for students at Biola University.

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