Cal Grant
California Student Aid Commission
College grant aid that does not need to be repaid
State grants for eligible California college students that do not need to be repaid.
What you could receive
College grant aid that does not need to be repaid
Cal Grants help pay tuition and education costs at qualifying California colleges. Students are considered after a timely FAFSA or CADAA and a verified GPA. Income, asset, and school-eligibility tests are determined by CSAC and are not reduced to a single household_income rule.
Who may qualify
Not every requirement is listed here. Confirm the full rules with the program administrator.
Location / service area
Statewide in California
Important requirements
Purchase timing requirement is unclear. Confirm with the program administrator.
Timing / preapproval
Preapproval required
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026 · Confidence: High
Official sources
Eligibility is based on published program information and the details you provide. Program rules, funding and availability can change. Always confirm eligibility with the official program administrator.