At Cal State East Bay, we are proud to support our future students with our extensive financial aid programs. Over 72% of students at CSUEB receive some form of financial aid. We understand that as an incoming student, affordability is one of the most important aspects of your enrollment consideration. That’s why we are here to help you explore your financial aid options and provide you with additional information on how to fund your education.
Cost of Attendance
At Cal State East Bay, our low tuition rates put your degree within reach. The estimated tuition and fees for in-state undergraduate and graduate students are $6,995 and $8,429 per year, respectively. For out-of-state students, tuition is paid on a per-unit basis of $396/unit. Other expenses such as books, food, and housing should be also taken into account aside from the mandatory tuition and fees. View the detailed cost of attendance.
Our goal is to make CSUEB as affordable as possible for you. With financial aid and scholarships, the cost of attending Cal State East Bay can be significantly lower. You can use our Net Price Calculator to estimate the financial aid awards you might receive. Please note that the calculator is a tool for estimation, not an actual offer.
Financial Aid Requirements
Various types of financial aid are available for future students including scholarships, loans, grants, and work study. Depending on your citizenship status, you are required to complete different financial aid applications before being considered for financial aid awards. If you are a US citizen or an eligible non-citizen, such as a permanent resident or refugee, you need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to apply for federal aid. If you are neither a US citizen nor an eligible non-citizen, you may have the option to apply for the California Dream and our Pioneer Scholarship.
Financial Aid Deadlines
We encourage our students to apply for financial aid as early as possible, as many awards are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Future students should start their application on December 31, 2023, complete the Pioneer Scholarship application by March 2, and submit the FAFSA or Dream Application by May 2. You can expect to receive the award letter in April. After receiving your award letter, don’t forget to confirm your admission acceptance by June 1. The financial aid should be disbursed to your student account in August.
Below is a list of financial aid application deadlines. Please make sure to mark these important dates.
FAFSA/Dream Application: May 2 Priority Deadline
Pioneer Scholarship Application: March 2 (log in to view listing of scholarships with different application deadlines)
Confirmation of Admission Acceptance: June 1
FAFSA/Dream/Pioneer Scholarship Application: Available each year- October 1
How to Apply for Financial Aid
Essentially, as a new student, you need to provide information about you or your family’s finances before the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships can evaluate your qualifications and determine your award packages. To assist new students in completing their financial aid applications, we provide useful guidelines illustrating important steps in the application process.
Learn more about applying for financial aid.
Contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Do you have more questions about applying for financial aid as a new student? We understand that it could be a daunting task to navigate through the financial aid process. That’s why our knowledgeable counselors are here to work with you and help you understand your financial aid options. If you need more information or assistance, please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at (510) 885-2784 or finaid@csueastbay.edu.
