Financial Aid and Scholarship Office

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Here to Help Pay for College.

The SJSU Financial Aid and Scholarships Office (FASO) can help you and your family get the money you need through federal and state grants as well as loans, scholarships, and work-study programs.

Apply on time!

FAFSA and California Dream Act applications open every year on October 1st. The priority filing deadline has been extended to April 2nd for the 2025-2026 academic year. Be sure to get started early so you can qualify for financial aid. Need help completing the financial aid application? Attend a workshop!

Learn How to Apply

2024-25 Financial Aid Application

Learn about changes to the financial aid process for the 2024-25 academic year.

Federal Student Aid Estimator Tool for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025

Use this tool to estimate your financial aid eligibility for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025.

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Seven Steps to Financial Aid

Not sure how to get started? Follow our handy guide to learn about the financial aid process and get the help you need.

Cost Calculator

Use this tool to calculate an estimate of your costs including tuition, non resident fees, housing etc.

Announcements and Deadlines

Check this page for the latest news and important deadlines. Turn in your FAFSA by April 2nd!

Types of Aid

Learn about grants, loans, scholarships and work-study programs that are available to help you pay for college.

Financial Aid Videos

HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT FINANCIAL AID?
Learn about financial aid through these short videos.

Contact Us

Need help? Contact us via in person service, phone, live chat, or video chat.

Stop by and see us!

The Financial Aid office is located in the Student Services Center, at the corner of 9th Street and San Fernando (on the first floor of the 10th Street Parking Garage).

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