Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement Award
Transfer Entitlement Awards go to students who plan to transfer directly from a California community college to a four-year university.
About
Cal Grant-eligible students under the age of 28 by December 31 of the award year who plan to transfer to a four-year university can apply by filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA). Once you are preliminarily awarded, you must complete a Transfer Entitlement Certification form at Webgrants 4 Students.
Award Amount
If awarded at a California Community College, Cal Grant A funds will be held in reserve for up to two academic years until you transfer to a four-year tuition institution in California. At that point, the money will be used to cover tuition and fees. At a CSU (California State University) - $5,742. At a UC (University of California) -$12,570. At a Private Non-Profit School - $9,084. At a Private For-Profit School (WASC Accredited) - $8,056. At a Private For-Profit School (Non-WASC Accredited) - $4,000.
Cal Grant B offers $1,656 as a living allowance plus an additional amount of $5,742 (CSU); $12,570 (UC); $9,084 (Private Non-Profit); $8,056 (Private For-Profit School (WASC Accredited)); or $4,000 (Private For-Profit School (Non WASC Accredited)) may be available to cover the systemwide tuition and fees.