What is the California College Promise Grant (CCPG)?
The California College Promise Grant (CCPG) is a waiver applied to enrollment fees (currently $46 per unit) for California resident students, AB540 students, and eligible AB1899 students as determined by Enrollment Services.
- CCPG is not a cash award; the waiver is applied directly to tuition fees for all students who qualify. CCPG is applied to tuition fees as a year-round entitlement, regardless of the number of units in which a student is enrolled.
- CCPG also allows students to purchase campus parking at reduced rates each fall and spring semester.
- CCPG does not pay for the mandatory fees, such as: Health fees, books, educational supplies/expenses or course material fees.
Types of California College Promise Grant:
California College Promise Grant A
Students must show proof (i.e., copy of a CA-7 with current or last month’s date, agency verification, etc.);
- AFDC (Aid to Families with Dependent Children)
- TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families)
- SSI/SSP (Supplemental Security Income)
- General Relief
California College Promise Grant B
Requirements
- Meet income standards for a CCP Grant (or your parent's income, if you are a dependent student). Must show proof of income (i.e. Copy of IRS Tax transcript or IRS Verification of Non-Filing Letter with copies of W-2).
2023-2024 (income must be verified)
| Family size |
Base year Income |
|
1
|
$20,385 |
| 2 |
$27,465 |
| 3 |
$34,545 |
| 4 |
$41,625 |
| 5 |
$48,705 |
| 6 |
$55,785 |
| 7 |
$62,865 |
| 8 |
$69,945 |
| Each Additional Family Member |
$7,080 |
California College Promise Grant C
If you do not meet the above eligibility criteria, you need to complete a FAFSA or CA Dream Act application to be considered for the California College Promise Grant and have remaining "financial need" of at least $1,104. Many students are eligible for California College Promise Grant by completing the FAFSA or CA Dream Act application.
Special Classifications
- Be certified by the California Department of Veterans Affairs or the National Guard Adjutant General for eligibility for a dependent's grant;
- Be eligible as a recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor or as a child of a recipient or a dependent of a victim of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Be eligible as a dependent of a deceased law enforcement/fire suppression personnel killed in the line of duty.
- Have documentation from the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation that you been exonerated of a crime by writ of habeas corpus or pardon.
- Have documentation of record that you are dependent/ spouse/ Registered Domestic Partner of a deceased physician, nurse, or first responder who died of COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency in California.
To Apply:
The primary application for CCPG is the FAFSA or CADAA. If a student does not want to be considered for other forms of aid, the CCPG Application can be completed. CCPG Application
- Once your application is received, CCPG will be automatically awarded to eligible students based on the information provided in the primary application.
- You can view your award information on your Offer Letter in the Financial Aid section of your Self-Service account.
- You must apply for CCPG using the FAFSA or CADAA before each summer semester. The applications are available beginning October 1st before the summer semester.
- If you have been determined to be eligible for the CCPG after you have paid your fees during the current semester, you may be entitled to a refund.
- A refund will be automatically processed for all applicable prior semesters.
- Refunds will be issued in the original form payment was received within 30 days.
Important California College Promise Grant changes
Grades will be used to determine CCPG eligibility. Students who are not meeting academic standards for two consecutive terms will lose eligibility for the California College Promise Grant.
How to maintain eligibility
To qualify, students must meet minimum academic standards:
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above
- Cumulative completion rate of 50% or above
All grades will be used to determine CCPG eligibility. Please note that California College Promise Grant Fee Waiver eligibility is different from SAP eligibility standards for Federal and State aid programs.
Loss of Eligibility for California College Promise Grant (CCPG)
A student shall become ineligible for CCPG if the student is placed on academic or progress probation, or any combination thereof, for two consecutive primary terms, resulting in a dismissal status. Loss of eligibility shall become effective at the first registration opportunity after such determination is made.
Students will be notified of their placement on academic or progress probation/dismissal no later than thirty days following the end of the term that resulted in the student’s placement on probation.
How to regain eligibility
If a student loses eligibility for the California College Promise Grant, there are a few ways to have their eligibility reinstated:
- Improve GPA and/or Course Completion measures to meet academic and progress standards
- An approved appeal regarding extenuating circumstances with Enrollment Services
Criteria for appealing the loss of California College Promise Grant due to extenuating circumstances:
- Verified accidents, illness, or other circumstances beyond the student’s control
- Verified change in economic situation
- Evidence of inability to obtain essential support services
- Disability accommodations not received in a timely manner
- Special consideration factors for CalWORKs, EOPS, Accommodation Service Center (formerly DSPS), and veteran students
NOTE: Foster youth and former foster youth (age 24 years and younger) are not subject to loss of the California College Promise Grant Fee Waiver under these regulations.
How to appeal
Students meeting one of the above criteria would appeal by submitting a California College Promise Grant Fee Waiver appeal form with Enrollment Services. Complete the appeal form and attach a personal statement, supporting documentation and a current Comprehensive Educational Plan.
- Download the Petition to Appeal the loss of California College Promise Grant and Enrollment Priority.
- Complete the above appeal and provide your statement explaining the reason your are appealing and why your appeal should be approved
- Attached supporting documentation for the extenuating circumstance (if needed)
- Attach a recent Education Plan
