Special Programs

VA Education Benefits

Student Veterans and Military Connected Students

Student veterans, service members, reservists, and family members should apply for financial aid as they may be eligible for both State and Federal funding. Student veterans may be eligible for additional educational benefits.

• Apply for Financial Aid
• Veteran Resource Center  - This CSUF resource center provides specialized support services for veterans and dependents of veterans.
• Education Benefits and Advising -  Additional information on benefits certification for veterans, service members, reservists, & family members.
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Find out if you qualify for funding from the VA in addition to your standard financial aid award.
• President's Scholars Program - A CSUF scholar program which provides a scholarship, as well as, experiences and opportunities in academics, leadership, service, and mentorship for high-achieving veteran students.

AB 540 Students

AB 540 undocumented students now have new financial aid opportunities under the CA Dream Act (CADAA). They are now eligible to apply for private scholarships, State University Grant, and Cal Grant.  Here are some resources for AB 540 students.

• Titan Dreamers Resource Center - On-campus center that is committed to helping AB 540 student's meet their educational goals. One of the many resources they provide is a scholarship listing with both on- and off-campus scholarships.
• California Student Aid Commission - Resources for financial aid information and application for CADAA students. 
• Financial Aid @ CSUF - We have created an application resource for CADAA students. 

Resident Assistants

Housing students who are selected as a resident assistants (RA), and are receiving state and federal funds as a financial aid recipient, will be assigned reduced cost of attendances which are reflective compensation and benefits of being a resident assistant for housing. For information about applying to become a Resident Assistant, contact Student Housing.