Financial Aid and Scholarships at Cal State LA is committed to helping students navigate the financial aid process through comprehensive support. We collaborate closely with students to assess their eligibility for various forms of financial assistance and clearly outline the specific requirements for each grant or loan program. Our team administers Federal and State grants, as well as additional forms of aid, to help alleviate educational expenses.
The 2025-2026 FAFSA and CA Dream Act Application are available for submission. The Cal State LA priority filing deadline is April 2, 2025. Cal State LA School Code: 001140
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Financial Aid and Scholarships understands that many of our Los Angeles students and prospective applicants may be facing challenges in meeting application deadlines or gathering necessary documentation. We are committed to supporting you during this difficult time. As such, we are offering flexibility with deadlines and are available to answer questions. Contact us to learn more about the resources available to you.
Need assistance filling out your FAFSA or CADAA??? Attend a Financial Aid Workshop for in person assistance. No reservation is required. We are here to assist you.
- FAFSA Applicants - visit the Federal Student Aid Website
- CADAA Applicants - visit the California Student Aid Commission Website
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If you plan to live on campus and are unsure if your Financial Aid Award will cover your housing costs, we recommend you visit the Housing & Residence Life Website for housing and meal costs. Once you determine the cost of housing and meals, refer to your GET Account to determine if you qualified for sufficient Financial Aid to cover your housing and meals.
You can also estimate your costs via the Cal State LA Net Price Calculator. The Net Price Calculator is intended to estimate costs for students. All awards produced by this calculator are estimated. If you provide inaccurate information, the result will be inaccurate.