Grants

Grants are financial aid given by the federal or state government based on need. Grants do not have to be repaid!

Federal Grants

To be considered for federal grants, complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

All grants are awarded according to financial need, as determined by the federal formula that calculates your Student Aid Index (SAI) from the information you submitted on the FAFSA. 

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• • Federal Pell Grant

    Federal Pell Grant
    Undergraduate and credentialed students

    • Depends on SAI and enrollment
    • Students are limited to a total of six full-time years (600%) of Pell Grant eligibility. You can log into "My Aid" using your FSA ID to determine the percentage of Pell grant you have received to date and see how much Pell eligibility you have left.
    • Does not require repayment
  • Federal Iraq Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)

    Federal Iraq Afghanistan Service Grant (IASG)
    Undergraduate students

    • Child of a parent or guardian who died in the line of duty while serving on active duty as a member of the Armed forces on or after September 11, 2001
    • Less than 33 years old as of January 1 prior to the award year for which the applicant is applying 
    • Student will receive maximum Pell regardless of SAI
    • Student will self-identify and school will collect supporting documentation
  • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)

    Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
    Undergraduate students

    • Must be Pell–eligible undergraduate
    • Funds are very limited, SAI of -1500 to 0
    • Need based, does not require repayment
  • Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship

    Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship

    • Must be Pell-eligible and had a parent or guardian die in the line of duty while performing as a public safety officer
    • Less than 33 years old as of January 1 prior to the award year for which the applicant is applying 
    • Student will receive maximum Pell regardless of SAI
    • Student will self-identify and school will collect supporting documentation
  • Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH)

    Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant (TEACH)
    Post-baccalaureate students

    • Must be PBAC student in eligible credential or graduate program
    • Must file a FAFSA and have official SAI
    • Minimum GPA of 3.25 or be a current or retired teacher obtaining a Master's degree
    • Must be enrolled in a TEACH-eligible program plan
    • Must complete initial and subsequent counseling and sign Agreement to Serve (ATS)
    • Four years of teaching service is required or will require repayment
    • Not based on need

State Grants

Below are grant programs available for California residents and AB540 eligible students. Residency status is determined by the Office of Admissions at the time of your application. By filing the FAFSA or CADAA by the 2025-26 priority deadline of March 3, 2025, eligible students may be considered for one of the following state grants.

• • Cal Grant and Cal Grant Access

    Cal Grant and Cal Grant Access  
    Undergraduate and some credential students

    • California resident or AB 540 eligible
    • Depends on family income and asset amounts
    • Minimum GPA requirements
    • Assists with payment of state tuition fees
    • New applicants must apply by March 3, 2025 for 2025-26
    • Must be enrolled at least half time
    • Does not require repayment
    • Cal Grant Students with Dependents Access Grant
      • Students must have dependent under 18 years of age for whom they provide more than half their financial support during the academic year
      • Must provide certification each year
      • Must qualify for Cal Grant A, B or C
      • See other requirements above 
  • State University Grant (SUG)

    State University Grant (SUG)
    Undergraduate, credential, and graduate students

    • California resident or AB 540 eligible
    • Apply by March 3, 2025 - subject to availability of funds
    • Eligibility is limited by degree program and number of earned units
    • Assists with payment of state tuition fees
    • Depends on Student Aid Index
    • Need based, does not require repayment
  • Graduate Business Grant (MBA Fees Grant)

    Graduate Business Grant (MBA Fees Grant)
    Graduate Business students

    • CA resident for fee payment purposes who is assessed a Graduate Business Professional Fee
    • Have filed a FAFSA or CADAA.
    • Limited funding, must be within established Student Aid Index (SAI)
    • Be enrolled in a minimum of at least 4 units, one must be a fee-authorized course
    • Need based, does not require repayment

Program–Specific Grants

There are state and federal grants administered by Chico State for students who have been admitted to specific programs. Eligibility for these grants is based on Chico State admission, program admission, and financial need as determined by the FAFSA or CADAA.

• • Educational Opportunity Program Grant

    Educational Opportunity Program Grant
    General eligibility: Undergraduates

    • California Resident or AB 540 eligible
    • Must be admitted through EOP admission process
    • Must meet various economic and educational requirements
    • Need based, does not require repayment
  • Student Support Services Program Grant

    Student Support Services Program Grant  
    General eligibility: Undergraduates

    • Must have applied and been admitted into SSS Program
    • Must be Pell-eligible
    • Need based, does not require repayment
    • Amount of grant varies and is determined by the SSS Program
  • Chafee Grant

    Chafee Grant
    General eligibility: Undergraduates

    • California Resident or AB 540 eligible
    • Current and former foster youth who are under the age of 26 as of July 1 of the award year and were in foster care between the ages of 16-18
    • Does not require repayment
  • PATH Scholars Grant

    PATH Scholars Grant
    General eligibility: Undergraduates

    • California Resident or AB 540 eligible
    • Admitted to PATH Scholars Program
    • Undergraduate and graduate students eligible
    • Meet various requirements
    • Does not require repayment
  • Golden State Teacher Grant

    Golden State Teacher Grant

    • Provides up to $20,000 for students who are enrolled in a preliminary teaching credential program or a pupil personnel services credential
    • Must have unmet financial eligibility and agree to teach in a high needs school for four years
    • Must submit a Golden State Teacher Grant application 
    • For more information and the list of high needs schools see: www.csac.ca.gov/gstg
  • NorCal GREAT Teacher Pipeline Project Stipend

    NorCal GREAT Teacher Pipeline Project Stipend

    • Funded by the US Department of Education, the GREAT Teacher Pipeline (SEED) grant, and Chico State Enterprises
    • Funding is available to future & current educators at Chico State throughout all stages of their education & in all subject areas
    • Students must complete an application and all required obligations associated with the grant in order to receive funding
    • For more information visit: www.csuchico.edu/soe/financial-aid/norcal-great/index.shtml
    • For questions about the stipend, please email greatteachers@csuchico.edu