Financial aid awards cannot be transferred from one school to another. You must reapply for aid at your new school.

If you are transferring to Cal State L.A., you need to submit one page (original or photocopy) of your Student Aid Report (SAR) to the Center for Student Financial Aid, or contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center at (800) 433-3243 to request Cal State LA (Federal School Code: 001140) as your new school of choice.  Wait 10 to 15 working days for Cal State L.A. to receive your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) information. Cal State LA. will notify you by mail.

If you are transferring from Cal State L.A.: contact the new school to obtain their transfer procedures.

You can receive the Pell Grant from only one school at a time. If you transfer in the middle of an academic year, you may be eligible for the remaining balance of your Pell eligibility. For Cal Grant Programs, contact the California Student Aid Commission at (888) 224-7268.  Inform Cal Grant of a change of school with a G-10 form. You must reapply for all other financial aid, including student loans, at your new school.