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CA Latino Caucus Foundation Announces Return of Statewide Scholarship Program

(SACRAMENTO) - The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) is pleased to announce the return of the California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation Scholarship Program. The Foundation is awarding thousands of dollars in scholarship funds to eligible students accepted into an accredited college or university. The deadline for submission is June 1, 2016.

“After overwhelming participation in the inaugural launch, the Foundation is proud to renew this important program. Last year, we hoped word of these scholarships would spread statewide and touch our local communities. The reach exceeded our expectations,” stated Assemblyman Luis Alejo, Chairman of the California Latino Legislative Caucus. “Our mission to educate and empower our communities resonated with the public and we continue to encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity.”

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The Cal Grants Program

To apply for a Cal Grant, students must fill out and submit two forms: a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Cal Grant GPA verification form. The deadline is March 2, 2015. Other financial and academic eligibility requirements may apply.

Students and families can visit www.calgrants.org or call my office to learn more about the Cal Grant program.

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Middle Class Scholarship

Students from middle class families have been increasingly priced out of college. To help these families, the State Legislature enacted the Middle Class Scholarship Program in 2013. Once fully implemented, the Middle Class Scholarship will reduce student fees at the California State University and University of California by up to 40 percent.

Both Cal Grants and Middle Class Scholarships are only available by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the CA Dream Act Application. Remember, you can’t get the money unless you fill out the application and meet the March 2, 2015 deadline.

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CALIFORNIA PUBLIC HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS:

  • California Community Colleges
    1102 Q Street Sacramento, CA 95811
    www.cccco.edu
  • University of California System
    1111 Franklin Street
    Oakland, CA 94607
    www.ucop.edu
  • Association of Independent California Colleges
    1100 11th Street
    Suite 10
    Sacramento, CA 95814
    www.aiccu.edu
  • California State University System
    401 Golden Shore
    Long Beach, CA 90802
    www.calstate.edu

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION:

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Don't Let Your Student Loan Debt Stop You From Serving Your Community

Need Student Loan ReliefEligible public service employees enrolled in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program may have certain federal student loans forgiven after they have completed 10 years of on-time monthly payments.

Service in government, public school districts, police and fire departments, public hospitals, non-profits, national service programs and more constitutes “public service.” To certify that you work for a public service organization, have your employer download and complete the form available online.

To benefit, borrowers working full-time in public service need to have a qualifying loan and sign up for a qualifying repayment plan. After 120 on-time monthly payments, the remainder of the loan is forgiven. Borrowers benefit the most when they have high debt relative to their income, so it pays to start early. Public Service Loan Forgiveness is not considered taxable income by the IRS.

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Cash For College Workshops

Students from middle class families have been increasingly priced out of college. To help these families, the State Legislature enacted the Middle Class Scholarship Program in 2013. Once fully implemented, the Middle Class Scholarship will reduce student fees at the California State University and University of California by up to 40 percent.

California’s Cal Grant Financial Aid Program further guarantees financial assistance based on need to every qualified student who applies.

Both Cal Grants and Middle Class Scholarships are only available by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the CA Dream Act Application. Remember, you can’t get the money unless you fill out the application and meet the March 2, 2015 deadline.

Paying for college can be difficult, but the State of California is here to help. For hands-on assistance, consider attending an upcoming workshop. Check back for a list of Cash for College Workshops near you.