Important Updates

Types of Financial Aid

2025-26 School of Education Packaging Schedule

Financial aid offers for School of Education students will be available in MyAwards as follows. Please note that these are estimated packaging dates.

  • Teaching Credential - April
  • All Other Programs - June
  • Masters of Education (part-time) - July
  • CANDEL - July

Need-based aid is determined through filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application. We strongly recommend researching all possible funding options in order to minimize loans and maximize any available grants or scholarships by contacting your respective department.

Work-Study

For students with financial need.

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Cal Grant Extension

Eligibility to renew the grant in the credential program.

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Loans

Financial aid that requires repayment.

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Golden State Teacher Grant

For students committed to teaching at a priority school.

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Grants and Scholarships

Merit-based gift aid.

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UC Native American Opportunity Plan

For California students enrolled in a federally recognized tribe.

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