Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be a California resident, intending to become a college or university faculty member, after pursuing an advanced degree at an eligible California graduate or professional school. Applicant is ranked competitively according to undergraduate grades, test scores, and consideration of a disadvantaged background, and must take the graduate/professional school exam appropriate to area of specialization. Selection is based upon financial need, academic ability, and state manpower needs.

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the March 2, 2027 deadline.

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