California Scholarships & Grants
California offers one of the nation's most generous state financial aid programs. From Cal Grants to specialized teaching and foster youth grants, CA residents have access to billions in education funding each year.
78+
State Grant Programs
$2.4B+
Awarded Annually
350K+
CA Students Funded
Mar 2
FAFSA/CADAA Deadline
Available for California residents
Cal Grant A
Need + MeritGPA 3.0+, financial need, CA resident
Up to $12,570/year
Deadline: March 2, 2027
Cal Grant B
Need-basedGPA 2.0+, financial need, CA resident
Up to $1,648 + tuition
Deadline: March 2, 2027
Middle Class Scholarship
Need-basedFamily income up to $201,000
Up to 40% of tuition
Deadline: March 2, 2027
CCC Transfer Entitlement
Merit + TransferTransferring from CA community college
Up to $12,570/year
Deadline: March 2, 2027
CA Dream Act Scholarship
Need-basedUndocumented CA students meeting AB540
Varies by institution
Deadline: March 2, 2027
Chafee Grant for Foster Youth
Need-basedCurrent or former foster youth, under 26
Up to $5,000/year
Deadline: March 2, 2027
Golden State Teacher Grant
Service CommitmentTeaching credential candidates
Up to $20,000
Deadline: Rolling
CA Law Enforcement Scholarship
Merit + NeedDependents of CA law enforcement
$1,000–$10,000
Deadline: Varies
How to apply
File FAFSA or CADAA
Submit the FAFSA (or CA Dream Act Application) by March 2.
Submit GPA Verification
Your school sends your GPA to the CA Student Aid Commission.
Review Your Award
Accept your WebGrants award and enroll at an eligible CA institution.
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