Cal Grant High School Entitlement Award
For current high school seniors and recent high school graduates
The Cal Grant High School Entitlement Award is for current high school seniors and recent high school graduates. Applicants must submit a high school GPA, FASFA or CADAA to the California Student Aid Commission by March 2.
Who is considered for a High School Entitlement Award
- Current High school seniors and last year’s high school graduates
- Students who meet the general Cal Grant eligibility requirements
Deadline to Apply
- Deadline is March 2nd of each award year
How to Apply
- Submit a high school GPA to the California Student Aid Commission by March 2nd
- Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or CA Dream Act Application by March 2nd
- Create an account at WebGrants for Students after you submit your FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application for your award status
Once you submit your completed FAFSA/CA Dream Act Application and high school GPA you will be considered for the appropriate Cal Grant award based on GPA, financial need and college of attendance.
Cal Grant A
- For low to middle income students
- 3.00 high school GPA minimum
- May be used for a program that is at least two academic years in length resulting in an associate or baccalaureate degree of 48 semester units or the equivalent
- Can only be used for tuition and fees
- If awarded at a California Community College, will be held in reserve up to two academic years until student transfers to a tuition charging institution
Cal Grant B
- For low income students
- 2.00 high school GPA minimum
- May be used for a program that is at least one academic year in length resulting in an associate, baccalaureate degree or certificate of at least 24 semester units or the equivalent
- Includes an additional annual Access Award amount (living expenses)
- Sophomore through Senior years the student will receive tuition and fees plus Access Award at tuition charging institution