Golden State Teacher Grant program
The Golden State Teacher Grant program, or GSTG, offers up to $10,000 to students currently enrolled in a professional preparation program approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing, or CTC, and working towards earning their preliminary teaching or pupil personnel services credential.
Students must:
- Complete their program and obtain their credential within six (6) years from the date their initial GSTG payments are issued to their institution.
- Commit to working at an eligible priority school or California State Preschool Program, or CSPP, for two (2) years in accordance with the terms of their specific Service Agreement.
For information on Eligibility, Service Obligation, Repayment, Frequently Asked Questions, How to Apply and Next Steps, visit the Golden State Teacher Grant Program.
2025-26 application
Currently accepting GSTG Applications during the 2025-26 academic year.
2026-27 application
The GSTG program is currently scheduled to sunset in June 2026. However, based on the California governor’s proposed 2026–27 state budget, the program may be able to award new GSTG applicants for the 2026–27 academic year. Additional information will be provided once the state budget is finalized and approved.
Need to contact the program?
Email: [email protected]