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We’re excited to introduce the launch of a new website focused on advancing Cal Grant Reform, an initiative aimed at improving access to education and promoting equity across CA. 🎉👩🎓🧑🎓
The website of the Cal Grant Reform coalition is now a central hub for resources, information, and opportunities for you to engage in the movement. 👊🏽
Let’s work towards a future where every student in CA has the opportunity to pursue their dreams through accessible and affordable higher ed! 💸🥳🎓
#CalGrant #CalGrantReform #FinancialAid #HigherEdu
Happy National Bucket List Day! 📝✨ What’s on your list of dreams and adventures? Share your aspirations and let’s inspire each other to make them a reality! ⬇️🪣📋
#BucketListDay #DreamBig #College #Student #BucketList #FirstGen #Undocumented #BreakingBarriers 🇲🇽👩🎓
College expenditures should not hold students back from obtaining an education. Check out these scholarships open to all Community College students! 💰️💰️💰️
Save & Share this post with a friend! ❤️
#College #Students #FinancialAid #Scholarships #CommunityCollege #FinancialLiteracyMonth
Yes, you read that right‼️You can request more financial aid!💸💰 @swiftstudents is a free online tool designed for students to help you easily make a request. SwiftStudent will help you write a financial aid appeal letter - for FREE. ✨
Share this tool with a friend that needs to commit to a school this May or wants to appeal their new financial aid package. 🫶
#StudentSuccess #FinancialAid #StudentParentSuccess #FAFSA #BetterFAFSA #CollegeStudents
Meet @joseph.valadez.399 who is a recent graduate from Cal State Long Beach that received his Masters in Social Work 🎉 Who else is ready to cross that stage and see your loved ones cheering you on! 🥳
Tag a loved one who is graduating soon! 🧑🎓👩🎓
#Graduation #SupportSystem #CollegeGrad #FirstGen
CALLING ALL California College Students!🔔 The Public Benefit Finder service helps you find assistance with food, housing, tuition, and more! Check out their website to find assistance for you! 🧑🏽🎓🥗🏡💵
#PublicBenefits #CollegeStudent #College #Housing