Eligibility

Documented participation in foster care after your 13th birthday
Current high school senior on track to receive diploma in 2026 OR high school graduate
Commitment to full-time study at a California State University, UC or accredited community college
Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0
Current resident of any of the following Northern & Central California Counties
Submission of FAFSA or CADAA application
Age: 17-26 years at time of application

FAFSA or CADAA Award Package Summary
Official high school transcript
Official college transcript if applicable
Dependency or verification letter from the court or child welfare agency
Optional letter of recommendation from a teacher, school counselor or administrator, employer, CASA or social worker, ILP coordinator, etc.

Are you Eligible?