Step 2: Cal Grant Checklist

This checklist helps students identify the necessary steps to apply for the Cal Grant.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

AB 540 Quick Guide

See a detailed breakdown of AB 540 requirements, including attendance requirements and additional degree options that extend beyond the high school diploma and GED.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Submitting the AB 540 Affidavit Required for New Incoming Students at CCCs, CSUs, or UCs

Learn why, how, and when to submit the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption (AB 540/AB 2000/SB 68 affidavit to your school).

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

Affidavit for CA Community Colleges

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the California Community Colleges (CCC) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Affidavit for CA State Universities

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the California State University (CSU) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Affidavit for University of CA

Submit this affidavit if you are attending the University of California (UC) and meet the eligibility for AB 540/SB 68.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

Championing Equity: Systemwide AB 540 FAQ

Get answers to common questions about AB 540 (California’s in-state tuition law), eligibility requirements based on attendance and residency, and how to qualify.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Guide

AB 469: All in for Financial Aid Including Undocumented Students

This guide provides an overview of resources and strategies that addresses the unique challenges undocumented students can face when applying for financial aid in California.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Understand the Differences: In-State Tuition vs CA Dream Act vs DACA

Learn about the differences between these policies and their implications for tuition and financial aid.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer

AB 540 Attendance Worksheet

Use this worksheet to determine your eligibility for in-state tuition in California by tracking the requirements and monitoring your progress, all in one central location.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Worksheet

California High School Educator Webinar Series

This webinar series is designed to ensure that educators have the most up-to-date tools and resources necessary to support undocumented high school students in California.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California

Audience:

Educator

Resource Type:

Webinar/Video

Creating Fellowship Programs: For Educational Institutions

This document provides an overview of fellowships, which are often used in an educational context to support students in their studies or professional development and can provide a sum of money.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education, Law & Policy

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Guide

Overview of Grants to Individuals (for Public Charities and Private Foundations)

This document provides an overview of the process by which public charities and private foundations can make grants to individuals.

Themes/topics:

Law & Policy

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Overview of Undocumented Students

Learn about what statistics show about the undocumented population, how undocumented students are defined, challenges that undocumented students have in pursing college education, and federal/state policies impacting undocumented students.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education, Law & Policy

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator

Resource Type:

Handout

Quick Guide to College Access for Undocumented Students in CA

Check out our list of resources regarding California in-state tuition eligibility, financial aid, and scholarships.

Themes/topics:

Higher Education

Geography:

California, National

Audience:

Ally, Educator, Undocumented Youth

Resource Type:

Flyer