# Middle-Class Scholarship

> Amount varies from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo SLO. Deadline Mar 2, 2027.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/middle-class-scholarship
- Provider: California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo SLO (College)
- Award: Amount varies, renewable
- Deadline: Deadline Mar 2, 2027
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/ca
- College: [California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo SLO](https://www.collegesref.com/college/california-polytechnic-state-university-san-luis-obispo-slo-360)
- Official page: https://www.calpoly.edu/financial-aid/types-of-aid/grants/state-grants/california-middle-class-scholarship
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 8, 2026

## About this scholarship

This state-funded program offers financial assistance to undergraduate and credential students attending Cal Poly whose family income and assets fall below a specified threshold. Eligible students must be California residents enrolled at least half-time. The award amount is calculated individually for each student by taking the total cost of attendance and subtracting other financial aid, a standard self-help student contribution, and an expected parent contribution for dependent households above a certain income level. Because the formula relies on these individual factors, actual award amounts vary. Recipients can receive this funding for a limited number of terms based on their academic standing, which is determined by the total number of quarter units they have earned, including transfer and Advanced Placement credits.

## 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: 4-year college, Public college
- Must be a California resident enrolled at least half-time in an undergraduate or credential program, paying the CSU State University Tuition Fee, and maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress. Family income and assets must be at or below $234,000.

## How to apply

Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application by the state deadline.

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