California Middle Class Scholarship (MCS)

California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)

Amount: Varies (up to 40% of UC/CSU tuition)
Deadline: March 2
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

The California Middle Class Scholarship provides undergraduate students with family incomes and assets up to $201,000 with a scholarship to attend University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) campuses.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • Demographic: California resident
  • Attend a UC or CSU institution
  • Family income and assets up to $201,000
  • Maintain good academic standing

Required Materials

  • FAFSA or California Dream Act Application

Timeline

Applications open October 1. Priority deadline March 2. Award notifications typically sent in summer.

Tips

Submit your FAFSA or California Dream Act Application by the March 2 priority deadline to be considered. Ensure all financial information is accurate.