Section Menu Financial Aid & Scholarship

Contact Information

(209) 667-3336
Financial_Aid@csustan.edu

Mary Stuart Rogers, MSR 100

Division of Academic Affairs

Undergraduate

Apply for aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) For priority consideration, submit your application by March 2 each year.

State University Grant (SUG)

The State University Grant (SUG) is a need‑based financial aid award available to eligible California State University (CSU) students, including those at Stanislaus State, to help cover tuition and state university fees. This aid does not need to be repaid.

How to Apply:
To be considered for SUG, students must submit either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) each academic year. Stanislaus State reviews your submitted application and related financial information — you do not need to file a separate grant application. It’s best to apply by the priority deadline (typically March 2) to maximize your chance of receiving funds.

Who Is Eligible:
Students must:

  • Be a California resident (or otherwise eligible under state law).
  • Be enrolled at least half‑time in an undergraduate, graduate, or teaching credential program.
  • Demonstrate financial need based on your FAFSA or CADAA by having a qualifying Student Aid Index (SAI).
  • Not be receiving a Cal Grant or other aid/waiver that already covers tuition fees.
  • Be pursuing your first degree/credential (not a second bachelor’s, second master’s, or additional credential).

  • Be in good standing and stay within program‑specific unit limits to maintain eligibility.

 

Funding for SUG is limited and awards are subject to availability each year. Not all eligible students are guaranteed an award.

graduate, Teaching Credential

Apply for aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) For priority consideration, submit your application by March 2 each year.

Important Note: Credential students are considered 5th year undergraduates pursuing a credential degree. When completing your application, be sure to select the correct degree and grade level to avoid delaying your award.

Graduate, Masters

Apply for aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) For priority consideration, submit your application by March 2 each year.

  • State University Grant​​​​​​​
  • MBA Grant Eligibility

    • Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program may qualify for this grant. To be considered, students must submit either a FAFSA or a Dream Act application. Grant amounts depend on available funding after the term's census date.

    • Enrollment Requirements: Students must be enrolled at least half-time to maintain eligibility. Some programs may require full-time enrollment or have additional criteria.

  • Ed Doctoral Grant
    • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Who is eligible?

      Students enrolled in the Doctor of Education Program may be eligible for this grant. To be considered, students must complete either a FAFSA or a Dream Act application. Grant amounts depend on available funding after the term's census date.

    • Enrollment Requirements: Students must be enrolled at least half-time to maintain eligibility. Some programs may require full-time enrollment or have additional criteria.

Edd, Doctoral

 

 

  • Ed Doctoral Grant
    • ​​​​​​​Who is eligible?

      Students enrolled in the Doctor of Education Program may be eligible for this grant. To be considered, students must complete either a FAFSA or a Dream Act application. Grant amounts depend on available funding after the term's census date.

    • Enrollment Requirements: Students must be enrolled at least half-time to maintain eligibility. Some programs may require full-time enrollment or have additional criteria.​​​​​​​

Updated: May 15, 2026