AB 1809

In 2018, AB 1809 was implemented and adopted new, expanded eligibility requirements for the State’s largest financial aid program, the Cal Grant, to make the program more accessible to foster youth.

  • AB 1809 CALGRANT EXPANSION FACT SHEET

    AB 1809 adopted new, expanded eligibility requirements for the Cal Grant, to make the program more accessible to foster youth. Notices from CSAC regarding these changes can be found here and here.

  • GSA 2019-12

    This Special Alert from the California Student Aid Commission provides details regarding the Cal Grant eligibility expansion for current and former foster youth students.

  • GSA 2019-19

    This Special Alert from the California Student Aid Commission provides further information about the Cal Grant eligibility expansion for current and former foster youth students.