Cal Grant B
Run by California Student Aid Commission, a state agency
State financial aid grant for low-income undergraduate students providing a living allowance and tuition/fee assistance. Award amounts are higher than Cal Grant A living allowances and are intended for students from the lowest-income households.
- Award
- $1,648–$9,220
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- California Student Aid Commission
- State
Who it's for
- California residents enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying California college or university
- Must meet Cal Grant income and asset ceilings (income thresholds vary by family size, approximately 100-150% FPL)
- Submit FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application by March 2 deadline.
California Student Aid Commission decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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Cal Grant B is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. California Student Aid Commission decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.