AB 540 - Types of Aid
Grants
CAL GRANT
Who should apply?
- Recent high school graduates
How do I apply?
- FAFSA or California Dream Act Application
- Grade Point Average (GPA)Verification
Annual Amount
- $1,672 Cal Grant B
- $1,094 Cal Grant C
Note: student must be enrolled in at least 6 units to receive a portion of their Cal Grant B or C.
CalWORKs
Who should apply?
- Cash aid recipients
How do I apply?
- Visit the CalWORKs department for more information
Annual Amount
- Varies
COOPERATIVE AGENCIES RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION (CARE)
Who should apply?
- Single, head of household, CalWORKs/TANF recipients
How do I apply?
- Visit the CARE department for more information
Annual Amount
- Varies
CHAFEE GRANT
Who should apply?
- Former foster youth
How do I apply?
- Submit a FAFSA
- Submit a Chafee Application
Annual Amount
- Up to $5,000
CHILD DEVELOPMENT GRANT
Who should apply?
- California residents
- Enrolled in approved courses leading to a Child Development Permit
How do I apply?
- FAFSA
- Child Development Grant Application
Annual Amount
- Up to $1,000
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS)
Who should apply?
- California residents
How do I apply?
- FAFSA
Annual Amount
- Varies
STUDENT SUCCESS COMPLETION GRANT
AM I ELIGIBLE?
You must be a Cal Grant B or C recipient who is enrolled full-time.
HOW DO I APPLY?
To apply for Cal Grant and Student Success Completion Grant you must submit both applications by the May 2nd DEADLINE.
Note: The Cal Grant competitive deadline is SEPTEMBER 2nd.
ANNUAL AMOUNT
| Units Enrolled Per Semester | Award Amount Per Semester |
|---|---|
| 12 - 14.5 Units | $649 |
| 15 or more units | $2,000 |
Note: If your number of units enrolled for the academic year (Fall, Spring, Summer) exceed 24 units. You will be eligible for the following amounts.
| Total Units Enrolled for the Academic Year Fall, Spring, Summer |
Annual Award Amount |
|---|---|
| 24 - 29.5 units | $1,298 |
| 30 or more units | $4,000 |
The purpose of this new grant is to encourage students to complete their degree or certificate in a timely manner. Students are encouraged to complete a comprehensive student educational plan with a counselor.
For further information please contact the Financial Aid office at (562) 860-2451 Ext. 2397 or e-mail us at finaid@cerritos.edu.
fee waiver
Promise Grant (Formerly known as Board of Governors Fee Waiver - BOGFW)
Who should apply?
- All students
How do I apply?
- FAFSA or Promise Grant Application
Annual Amount
- Waives Enrollment Fee. Does not waive health fees or lab fees.
Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS
Who should apply?
- All students
How do I apply?
- Scholarship Application
Annual Amount
- Varies
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