CalWORKs Program Services

Services:

  • Academic counseling
  • Priority Registration
  • Educational supplies

Financial Support Provided by CalWORKs for Summer 2026

Direct Aid

$50*

Phi Theta Kappa (for eligible students)

$85

Psi Beta (for eligible students)

$50 


* Amounts contingent upon available program funds   

CalWORKs will not be paying for or reimbursing Fees for Summer 2026.

CalWORKs will not be providing Parking Permits for Summer 2026.

Requirements for the Direct Aid Grant:

Onboarding:

  • Be enrolled in courses for Summer 2026
  • Complete the Summer 2026 Intake or Update Form
  • Submit Verification of Benefits

Counseling Appointments:

  • Complete CalWORKs Summer 2026 Paperwork Appointment with a CalWORKs Counselor and Release Forms
     

When are Benefits Distributed?

Direct Aid Grant for Summer 2026

Disbursements will begin early August 2026, contingent on requirement completion. This timeframe of delivery is subject to change.

All services are subject to the availability of program funding.