The Student Financial Agreement is the University’s way of ensuring that students understand the financial responsibilities of enrolling in classes at Cal State LA. It outlines the University’s expectations for payment and the potential consequences of non-payment, such as holds and the possible employment of collection agencies. The agreement aims to inform students of policies related to institutional and non-institutional fees as well as policies governing financial aid awards.
In addition to the required student financial responsibility components, the agreement provides students with an opportunity to update personal information and enroll in convenient account services. Specifically, students may:
- Sign up for direct deposit
- Confirm consent to receive the 1098-T tax form electronically
- Authorize specified individuals to contact Cal State LA and receive FERPA-protected details about your student profile and account
- Update your address, phone number, and emergency contacts
The Student Financial Agreement supports student success by helping students understand their financial responsibilities, university policies, payment obligations, and available resources. By reading and accepting the agreement, students are acknowledging their consideration of the cost of their education.
Students complete the agreement by selecting Complete Your Required Student Financial Agreement from the “To Do List” on GET. To ensure each student is considering their finances each year, the agreement must be signed once per academic year.
Click on link for specific directions on how to complete the required form: Student Financial Agreement: Step-by-Step Guide