UC: The Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan
 

"If your family makes less than $70,000 a year and you have financial need, scholarships and grants will cover your fees. It's that simple."

— UC President Mark Yudof

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Am I eligible?

To be eligible for the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan, you must:

  • Be a California resident
  • Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 2 and provide any additional documentation campuses may request by the specified deadline.
  • Apply for a Cal Grant (if you haven't already)
  • Demonstrate income below $70,000 with financial need (as determined for federal need-based aid programs)
  • Be in your first four years as a UC undergraduate (first two for transfer students)
  • Meet other campus basic requirements for UC grant aid (for example, be enrolled at least half-time during the academic year, meet campus academic progress standards, not be in default on student loans, etc.)

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