Meet the March 2 Cal Grant deadline

Overview

This is an important deadline for California students! Both FAFSA and GPA verification must be complete by March 2.

Deadline

March 2, 2026

Two Things Must Be Complete

1. FAFSA (or California Dream Act)

Verify submission at studentaid.gov

• You should have a FAFSA Submission Summary

2. GPA Verification

Confirm your school submitted your GPA to CSAC

• Check with your counselor OR
• Verify at mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov

Cal Grant Overview

| Type | GPA Required | What It Provides | |------|--------------|------------------| | Cal Grant A | 3.0+ | Up to $13,752 (UC) or $5,742 (CSU) annually | | Cal Grant B | 2.0+ | Living allowance + tuition (years 2-4) |

What Happens If You Miss This Deadline?

You may still qualify for remaining funds through September 2, but priority funding goes to on-time applicants.

Action Steps

• Confirm FAFSA is submitted ✅
• Confirm school sent GPA to CSAC ✅
• Mark this deadline on your calendar!