Cost & Financial Aid

A Cal State Monterey Bay education provides a lifetime of value. As one of the most affordable and accessible schools in the state, we’re deeply invested in your personal and professional success.

AFFORDABLE & ACCESSIBLE

Financial Aid Options

Learn more about grants, scholarships, loans, and other financial aid options at CSUMB.

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AFFORDING CSUMB

Tuition, Fees, & Financial Aid

A high-quality education in an inspiring coastal environment is within reach. We’re here to help you make sense of paying for college and provide support along the way.

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Financial Aid Options

Explore Financial Aid at CSUMB

Most students do not pay the full tuition and expenses. A mix of need- and merit-based financial aid can help offset the cost of attending college.

89%

Receive financial aid

Most admitted CSUMB students receive some form of financial aid

$14M

in scholarships awarded annually

Gift aid helps offset the cost of attendance

Aid Options

Aid Options Include:

  • Grants
  • Scholarships
  • Student Loans
  • Work-Study

Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

Get a breakdown of tuition, fees, and other expenses by student type and programs

Undergraduate Tuition & Fees

Cal State Monterey Bay is among the most affordable, best-value schools in the state.

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Graduate Tuition & Fees

Tuition for our graduate degrees and certificates varies by program.

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Estimate Your Cost

Undergraduate students can use our Net Price Calculator to estimate their aid and expenses.

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Applying for Aid

How to apply for aid

Steps to Apply

Our How to Apply for Aid page outlines everything you need to get started and what to expect throughout the process.

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Completing the FAFSA

Applying for aid begins with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Our school code is: 032603

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Supportive. Inclusive. Immersive.

The Otter Raft is a diverse community of learners. Students of all backgrounds thrive on campus — and in their careers.

See Our Outcomes
  • #1

    For social mobility in the West

    U.S. News & World Report, 2025

  • 53%

    First-generation college students

    More than half of our Otters are the first in their family to go to college

  • 1:1

    Financial aid advising

    We’re dedicated to helping you achieve your educational goals

Upcoming Workshops

If you received an email regarding Satisfactory Academic Probation (SAP), follow this link to view the Summer 2025 SAP Workshop Schedule.  ( Note: This schedule is for all students including Extended Education.)

For any questions please email us at financialaid@csumb.edu

If you received an email regarding Exit Loan Information Workshops, Please follow this link to view the Spring 2025 Exit Loan Information Workshops Schedule. Note: Both Stateside and Extended Education students will use the same link to sign up for a workshop.

Cash for College Workshops are available every Friday in February in Otter Student Union Rm 211 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Workshops will be held in person to assist you with any questions regarding FAFSA and CADAA. 

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We’re Here to Help

Our dedicated team is here to answer your questions about tuition, expenses, and applying for financial aid. Contact us or set up a one-on-one meeting today.

Make an Appointment

Request more information about admissions and aid to attend Cal State Monterey Bay.

Office of Financial Aid

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Financial Aid Resources

Apply for Financial Aid

Estimating Your Costs

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Additional Resources