Eighty percent of students at the California State University receive some type of financial aid. So chances are good that you’re eligible, too. That’s why it’s important to apply for aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) for certain AB 540 students.
Your single best source of information is the financial aid office at the campus you’ll be attending.
The FAFSA or the California Dream Act application may be used to apply for Financial Aid each year.
Go to the FAFSAFederal School Codes for FAFSAApply for the California Dream Act
Estimate your eligibility for need-based financial aid like grants and loans to attend a CSU campus.
A grant is given by the federal government, CSU or state as a gift.
Loan money is given to you now, but must be repaid later.
These are typically given for academic achievement.
These types of aid can help veterans pay for school.
Work-study programs allow you to work to help pay for school.