Financial Aid

Important Announcements

Cal State East Bay has become aware of an organization using the name “East Bay University.” Please be advised that Cal State East Bay is not affiliated, associated, or in any way connected with “East Bay University.”

Curious about the changes from the Big Beautiful Bill? Click here for the FAQ

Upcoming Webinars/Orientation

Click Here to register to the August 1, 2025-2026 Financial Aid & Your Finances Orientation
Click Here for the 2025-2026 FAFSA workshop recording
Click Here for the 2025-2026 CADAA workshop recording
Click Here for the Understanding Your 2025-2026 Financial Aid Presentation recording.

Middle Class Scholarship and Scholarship Information

Click here for the most updated information regarding the Middle Class Scholarship
Click Here for information about scholarships

Who To Contact

Questions about Disbursements? Contact the Financial Aid Office!
Questions about Refunds and Charges? Contact the Student Financial Services/Cashiers Office!

Review the “How to Guide” and the Dynamic Bill to determine whether you have enough Financial Aid to cover your bill.

Upcoming Events

Jul18

Summer 2025 SAP Appeal Deadline

The SAP Appeal deadline for the Summer 2025 semester is July 18, 2025.

Aug12

Fall 2025 Semester Payment Deadline

The Fall 2025 Semester payment deadline is Aug 12, 2025. Click here to view the Dynamic Bill.

Aug19

Fall 2025 Semester

Financial Aid for the Fall 2025 semester is set to disburse before the first day of the Fall 2025 semester. Fall classes begin on 8/19/25. We recommend students enroll in Direct Deposit for a faster refund.