Question about Cal and Pell grants

Paying for College
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<p>Hi, I’m a resident of California.</p>

<p>The Cal Grant is a grant for college for low-income students from California. If I’m planning go to a private out-of-state college, but would still keep my permanent residence in California, do I still qualify for the Cal grant?</p>

<p>Plus, do you get Pell grants for private schools?</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>No, Cal Grants are only awarded to students attending California schools (I’m like 99% sure of this).</p>

<p>Pell grants are possible nationwide, including at privates.</p>

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<p>Anyone else?</p>

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<p>Well, since I apparently did not exude enough confidence for lhDCpage06, here’s the further rundown on Cal Grants:</p>

<p>To be eligible for a Cal Grant you must:</p>

<pre><code>* Submit the FAFSA and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the deadline

  • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen (your parents don’t need to be citizens or eligible noncitizens)
  • Be a California resident when you graduated from high school
  • Have a Social Security number
  • Attend a qualifying California college
  • Not have a bachelor’s or professional degree (except for Cal Grant A and B extended awards for a teaching credential program)
  • Have financial need based on your college costs
  • Have family income and assets below the established ceilings
  • Meet any minimum GPA requirements
  • Be in a program leading to an undergraduate degree or certificate
  • Be enrolled at least half time
  • Have registered with U.S. Selective Service (most males)
  • Not owe a refund on a state or federal grant, or be in default on a student loan
    </code></pre>

<p>So no, you cannot get one outside of California.</p>

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<p>“Attend a qualifying California college” </p>

<p>Oh, I see.</p>