Does the Cal Grant work like the FAFSA where if you send it in early you get more aid? I am a bit worried about my Cal Grant being sent right before the deadline approaches and not receiving as much aid as I would have if I submitted it earlier.
Thanks.
FAFSA doesn’t work that that, particularly. Pell Grant and loan is guaranteed. It is just work/study at your school that may run out and a only some peole get very limited seog and Perkins loan that could run out.
Ca lgrant is guaranteed amount as long as you get it in by the deadline you get it.
Just get it in by the deadline! 
whew I feel much more relieved now (plus I learned more about the FAFSA @BrownParent). Thanks both of you for your responses.