California Student Aid Commission

06/04/2026

Happy Pride Month! LGBTQIA2S+ students often face unique financial aid barriers, including lack of parental support for FAFSA completion, economic instability, and limited awareness of resources tailored to their needs. Discrimination, unsupportive school environments, and emotional stress can further complicate their ability to navigate complex aid systems. Join our partners , , .official, and for this informative webinar.

📅 June 11, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM PT
🔗 Register: castudentaid.org/monthlywebinar

06/03/2026

There’s so many reasons why you should apply for financial aid in CA! And guess what, it’s not too late to apply for community college in the fall! Apply by 9/2/26 through the FAFSA or the CADAA! Click the link in our bio for more info.

06/02/2026

Thank you to the California State Assembly for including proposals to our state's financial aid programs, including the Golden State Teacher Grant Program and the Cal Grant Transfer Entitlement! Contact your local state elected leader and ask them to support the Assembly's State Budget plan for 2026-27.

06/01/2026

Celebrating at CSAC! We stand with pride alongside our LGBTQIA+ students and staff, honoring their stories, resilience, and contributions. This month reminds us to reflect on our shared commitment to dignity, equality, and belonging for all. Today and always, we celebrate the strength that comes from embracing our full diversity. 🏳️‍🌈

05/29/2026

We're hiring a Program Technician II
Job Title: Customer Service Representative
Salary: $3,833.00 - $4,804.00 per month
Term: Permanent/Full-Time
Final Filing Date: June 9, 2026

Looking to make a difference? Join our strong and mighty workforce. We offer benefits and growth opportunities and impact the lives of millions of Californians.

05/28/2026

LGBTQIA2S+ students often face unique financial aid barriers, including lack of parental support for FAFSA completion, economic instability, and limited awareness of resources tailored to their needs. Discrimination, unsupportive school environments, and emotional stress can further complicate their ability to navigate complex aid systems.

Register now to learn about financial aid options for these student population and celebrate Pride Month with us! castudentaid.org/monthlywebinar

05/27/2026

Having trouble with the FAFSA because your parent or spouse doesn’t have a Social Security number?

You may be eligible to apply for financial aid through the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) instead.

✅ Safe and secure
✅ Helps you access Cal Grant and campus aid
✅ Won’t stop you from submitting FAFSA later

💡 CADAA is a great option for U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens from mixed-status families. And it’s administered by us – the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) – to help make college affordable for everyone.

📚 Learn more and find multilingual resources: csac.ca.gov/cadaa-msf

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we remember those who gave their lives protecting our freedoms. We're grateful for their sacrifice and remain dedicated to empowering students, veterans, and their families through access to education.

05/20/2026

Join us Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 9am, “Preparing California for Maximizing Workforce PELL” webinar. We will be discussing how California can lead the way through a statewide coordinated plan for implementing Workforce PELL with transparency, accountability, and regional equity for California learners.

Register now: castudentaid.org/workforcepell

05/20/2026

California students, big news! The Cal-HBCU Grant is here to help you achieve your goals. Here’s what you’ll need:

✅ Complete an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
✅ Transfer to an eligible Historically Black College or University (HBCU)
✅ Plan to return to California after graduation
⭐Then, you could receive up to $5,000!

Applications are open now. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
👉 Learn more at csac.ca.gov/cal-hbcu.