Financial aid is available to eligible applicants enrolled in
CaPE degree programs. However, financial aid is
not available for Open University or Winter
Session students. For comprehensive details on available
financial aid programs, please visit the Stanislaus
State Financial Aid Office website.
Application Process
We strongly recommend beginning the financial aid process as
early as possible by completing and submitting the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or
California Dream Act Application (CADAA) even if you are
undecided about accepting aid. The financial aid application
typically takes about 4 weeks to process. Use Institution Code
001157 when completing your application.
Eligibility
While CaPE programs are generally eligible for financial aid,
individual student eligibility may vary. It is important to
contact the
Financial Aid Office to confirm your specific eligibility.
Types of Financial Aid Available
Undergraduate Programs:
Federal Student Aid programs available to students in
self-support programs at CSU include:
- Federal Pell Grant (Undergraduate and certain Teacher
Credential programs)
- Cal Grant A or B
- Middle Class Scholarship (MCS)
- Federal TEACH Grant
- Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
- Federal Direct Parent and Graduate Plus Loans
Second Bachelor’s Students:
- Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans (up to
$12,500 per academic year, based on eligibility)
Graduate and Credential Programs:
- Federal Direct Loans (unsubsidized only)
Academic Certificate Programs:
- Federal Direct Loans (unsubsidized only)
Financial Aid Not Available for CaPE Students:
- Federal Work-Study
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
- CSU State University Grant (SUG):
- SUG requires enrollment in programs with mandatory
systemwide fees (State Tuition Fees). CaPE fees are separate
and do not qualify.
Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Benefits
If you receive VA benefits, the duration of your program may
impact your aid. Please contact your VA counselor or the
Veteran’s Affairs department on campus at (209)
667-3081 for additional guidance.
Additional Funding Opportunities
Scholarships and grants may be available depending on your
specific program. Contact your program specialist for further
details. Additionally, explore tuition reimbursement
opportunities with your employer or consider pursuing a private
loan.
