State Grants are funded by the State of California to support California residents and AB 540/SB 68 eligible students. The State priority deadline is usually on March 2nd of every year but can be subject to change by California legislature. Financial aid applications (FAFSA or CADAA) submitted after the State priority priority deadline are not guaranteed any State-based aid. Furthermore, additional documentation documents may need to be submitted in addition to the financial aid applications, depending on what a student is applying for.
NOTE: For the 2024-2025 school year (Fall 2024, Spring 2025, & Summer 2025), the priority deadline was on May 2, 2024.
Type of State Aid
Institutional Aid:
- State University Grant (SUG)
- Educational Opportunity & Pathway Program Grant (EOP Grant)
- Summer Enrollment Grant (SEG)
California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) Programs:
State Aid Breakdown
State University Grant (SUG)
Gift aid for Undergraduate, Credential, and classified Graduate California residents or AB 540/SB 68 eligible students. This Grant pays for tuition and registration fee costs (Local fees not included). Amounts are prorated (Adjusted) based on a student's enrollment. For more information regarding the SUG amounts based on enrollment, please refer to the guide provided right below.
NOTE: SUG funding is limited to the University's allowed budget. It is possible a student's SUG may not disburse due to lack of funding or the student may not be awarded it even if they qualify to receive it.
| Disbursement Percentage | Amount of Units (Per semester) | SUG Amount (Per semester) |
|---|---|---|
| Full award (100%) | 7 units or more | $3,042 |
| Part time (50%) | 6 units | $1,764 |
| Less than half time (0%) | 1 to 5 units | $0 |
| Disbursement Percentage | Amount of Units (Per semester) | SUG Amount (Per Semester) |
|---|---|---|
| Full award (100%) | 7 units or more | $3,804 |
| Part time (50%) | 4 to 6 units | $2,208 |
| Less than half time (0%) | 1 to 3 units | $0 |
Students already receiving either a third party fee waiver or Cal Grant are ineligible to receive the SUG for the same term.
EOP Grant
Gift aid for Undergraduate California residents or AB 540/SB 68 eligible students admitted to SF State through the Educational Opportunity & Pathway Programs (EOP) for up to $1,000 per academic year. The enrollment requirement to receive this Grant is full-time status (12 units or more per semester).
Summer Enrollment Grant (SEG)
Students already receiving either a third party fee waiver or SUG for the Summer term are ineligible to receive the SEG for the same term.
Gift aid for Undergraduate California residents or AB 540/SB 68 eligible students who are attending the Summer session. In order to be considered, students must have been awarded either the Cal Grant A or the Middle Class Scholarship (MCS) during the Fall/Spring semesters. In order for the SEG to disburse, half-time enrollment is required (6 units or more). For more information regarding the SEG amounts based on enrollment, please refer to the guide provided right below.
NOTE: SEG funding is limited to the University's allowed budget. Students are awarded on a "First come, first serve" basis depending on how early they reported their Summer units.
| Disbursement Percentage | Amount of Units (Per semester) | SUG Amount (Per semester) |
|---|---|---|
| Full award (100%) | 7 units or more | $3,042 |
| Part time (50%) | 6 units | $1,764 |
| Less than half time (0%) | 1 to 5 units | $0 |
Cal Grant A
Gift aid for Undergraduate California residents or AB 540/SB 68 eligible students. This award assists low and middle income students with tuition and registration fee costs. The Cal Grant is awarded by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) based on financial need and grade point average.
Amounts offered on students' financial aid awards are assumed to be enrolled full-time. Students who are enrolled in less than 12 units will receive a prorated (Adjusted) amount. Below are the enrollment requirements:
| Disbursement Percentage | Amount of Units (Per semester) | Grant Amount (Per semester) |
|---|---|---|
| Full award (100%) | 12 units or more | $3,042 |
| Three quarter time (75%) | 9 to 11 units | $2,281 |
| Half time (50%) | 6 to 8 units | $1,521 |
| Less than half time (0%) | 1 to 5 units | $0 |
Students who are already receiving either a third party waiver or SUG are ineligible to receive the Cal Grant A at the same time.
Cal Grant B
Gift aid for Undergraduate California residents or AB 540/SB 68 eligible students. This award assists disadvantaged and low-income families with tuition and registration fee costs. The Cal Grant is awarded by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) based on financial need and grade point average.
Amounts offered on students' financial aid awards are assumed to be enrolled full-time. Students who are enrolled in less than 12 units will receive a prorated (Adjusted) amount. Below are the enrollment requirements:
Students who are already receiving either a third party waiver or SUG are ineligible to receive the Cal Grant B Fee at the same time. However, they may receive the Cal Grant B Access portion if awarded the Grant.
Middle Class Scholarship (MCS)
A Scholarship awarded by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) to Undergraduate and Teaching Credential students with a family annual income and assets of up to $217,000.
Eligibility requirements:
- Students must be enrolled at a California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC)
- Must be a California resident or AB 540/SB 68 eligible student
- Students must file a financial aid application (FAFSA or CADAA) by the designated State priority deadline of the specific academic year
NOTE: MCS is usually disbursed during the month November for Fall semester and the month of April for the Spring semester. Furthermore, MCS amounts may be revised or pulled back (Cancelled) due to updates with a student's financial aid package or overall eligibility after the MCS has been awarded/disbursed.
Chafee Grant
The California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth (Chafee Grant) is free funding for current or former California foster youth. Awards can be up to $5,000 per academic year. This Grant is a Federal and State-funded award that can be subject to change depending on yearly availability of funds.
To qualify, a student must:
- Be a current or former foster youth
- Not have reached your 26th birthday as of July 1 of the award year
Foster Youth Requirements:
To qualify, foster youth dependency of the court must have been established between the ages of 16 and 18. KinGap youth who are or were eligible to receive Independent Living Program services, guardian placements, and voluntary placements might not be eligible for the California Chafee Grant unless court dependency was established between the ages of 16 and 18.
Application Requirements:
- Submit the California Chafee Grant Application
- Students must file a financial aid application (FAFSA or CADAA) by the designated State priority deadline of the specific academic year
- Have your school submit the Chafee Needs Analysis Report (NAR)
Students of all ages with experience in foster care are eligible for support through the Guardian Scholars Program. For more information regarding this program, please click on the link provided down below.