There are several types of financial aid available to students at Merced College. Our financial aid awards include federal and state grants & loans, state fee waivers, work student jobs and scholarships.
You do not need to be a full-time student to receive most types of financial aid. The amount of aid received will depend on your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and unit level.
*Please note that you can only receive financial aid at one school at a time. If you have questions, please contact the Merced College Financial Aid Office.
| Award | 2021-2022 Maximum Award |
| Federal Pell Grant | $6,495 |
| Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant | $800 |
| Cal Grant B |
$1,648 Student with Dependents/ Foster Youth - $6,000 |
| Cal Grant C |
$1,094 Student with Dependents/Foster Youth - $4,000 |
| Student Success Completion Grant 24+ Units |
$1,298 |
| Student Success Completion Grant 30+ Units |
$4,000 |
| Chafee Grant for Foster Youth | $5,000 |
| California College Promise Grant | Waives per unit enrollment fee |