The 2026-27 Budget: University of California

Feb 26, 2026 - (Of this amount, UC has earmarked $95  million for its systemwide program that provides student financial aid.) In addition, UC intends to use $20  million from its investment earnings for its core operating costs in 2026 ‑27.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5143

The 2026-27 Budget: California State University

Feb 24, 2026 - Spending Increases for Financial Aid Are Primarily Due to Tuition Increases. CSU sets aside a portion of its tuition revenue to provide financial aid to students, also known as institutional financial aid.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5142

The 2026-27 Budget: California Education Learning Lab

Mar 25, 2026 - CSU has grant programs that support innovative education and faculty development to improve courses. For example, CSU ’s Artificial Intelligence Educational Innovations Challenge ​ supports faculty-led projects that test new teaching methods that incorporate AI, including projects focused on STEM courses.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5171

The 2026-27 Budget: California Student Aid Commission

Feb 17, 2026 - This is the only proposed higher education budget solution. The solution does not come with any associated new out ‑year obligations (unlike certain other solutions that effectively push out costs). The proposed funding level is $513   million ongoing General Fund.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5127

The 2026-27 Budget: Higher Education Overview

Feb 5, 2026 - Despite projecting a $27  billion deficit in 2027 ‑28, the administration has only the one proposal to reduce higher education spending —cutting MCS award coverage in half. In contrast to the Cal Grant program, MCS does not require students to meet financial need criteria.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5112

The 2026-27 Budget: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education [Publication Details]

Mar 25, 2026 - The 2026-27 Budget: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5169

The 2026-27 Budget: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education

Mar 25, 2026 - The 2026-27 Budget: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Summary The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) regulates private postsecondary institutions in California.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5169

The 2026-27 Budget: California Student Aid Commission [Publication Details]

Feb 17, 2026 - In this brief, we provide an update on Cal Grant cost estimates and discuss recent program trends leading to higher Cal Grant spending. We then analyze the Governor’s budget proposal to reduce Middle Class Scholarship award coverage and provide associated recommendations.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5127

The 2026-27 Budget: California Education Learning Lab [Publication Details]

Mar 25, 2026 - The 2026-27 Budget: California Education Learning Lab [Publication Details] Translate Our Website This Google ™ translation feature provided on the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) website is for informational purposes only.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5171

The 2026-27 Budget: California State University [Publication Details]

Feb 24, 2026 - In this brief, we review key funding and spending trends at the California State University (CSU), then analyze the Governor’s budget proposals relating to CSU’s core operations and enrollment.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Detail/5142