Is there a deadline to accept Cal Grant?
March 2: The most important deadline for Cal Grants is March 2. Be sure you submit your FAFSA and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the March 2 Cal Grant application deadline.
How do I get my Cal Grant?
Your Cal Grant funds will first go to your school, so you should contact your school’s financial aid office for information on its disbursement policies. Schools disburse the funds to their students based on their disbursement schedules.
How do I know if I qualify for Cal Grant?
If you have not heard from the Commission by mid-June, please call toll free 888.224. 7268 or e-mail studen[email protected] to check on the status of your application.
What if I missed the Cal Grant deadline?
If you missed the deadline during your high school senior year, you can apply by March 2 of the year immediately following high school graduation.
Can I get both fafsa and Cal Grant?
You could qualify for both a Pell Grant and a Cal Grant. To apply for a Pell Grant, you must submit the FAFSA. For the Cal Grant, you must submit both the FAFSA or CADAA and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the March 2 Cal Grant deadline.
Why was I not awarded a Cal Grant?
Why didn’t I get an award? No California School Listed State of Legal Residence Not California — Awards are not offered to students who already have a Bachelor’s degree. — Student must attend a Cal Grant eligible college or university in California. — Student must be a California resident.
Why do I not qualify for Cal Grant?
Not have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher degree (e.g., master’s) or the equivalent. Not exceed parent or student income or asset ceiling. Not owe a refund on any state or federal educational grant or have defaulted on a student loan.
Is Cal Grant for low income?
Cal Grant B Entitlement Award Eligible students must have a minimum financial need of $700 and have family income and assets below the established ceilings. The income and asset ceilings for the Cal Grant B Entitlement awards are lower than those used for Cal Grant A Entitlement Awards.
