Cost & Financial Aid
Cost of Attendance (COA)
At California State University, Northridge (快活林性息), we understand how much time and energy goes into the college decision-making process, particularly when it comes to evaluating costs.
Other than defined tuition and fees, the costs of attending a college vary from one student to another. That鈥檚 why institutions provide an estimated COA like the one we provide below for 快活林性息 undergraduates (freshmen or transfer students) from California who will and live with a relative. Estimates are also available for living on or off campus.
2025-2026 Estimated Cost of Attendance
| Expenses | Full Year with听Seven or More Units/Semester |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees* | $7,824 |
| Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment | $1,370 |
| Housing and Food | $9,016 |
| Transportation | $1,740 |
| Personal/Miscellaneous | $2,474 |
| Loan Fees | $76 |
| TOTAL | $22,500 |
*To estimate non-resident tuition, multiply the number of units in which you plan to enroll for the year by $444, the per unit rate. For example:
- A typical student takes 30 units. Multiply 30 units by $444 per unit to get $13,320.
- Then add $13, 320 to $7,824, the basic Tuition and Fees for the year.
- Finally, add $13,320 to $7,824 for a total of $21,144. This is the combined cost for basic tuition, other mandatory fees, and nonresident tuition.
To estimate your costs, visit , select an academic year and then choose your student group. We have cost estimates for:
- Undergraduate students
- Graduate programs
- Credential programs
- Doctoral programs
If you are a resident of one of the member U.S. states or territories of the Western Interstate Commission on Higher Education, you can enjoy reduced nonresident tuition rates by .
Important Notice: Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. Please review the full provided by the CSU Chancellor's Office.
Net Price of Attendance
The net price of attending an institution is defined as a student鈥檚 total estimated cost of attendance minus the total amount of grants and scholarships received.听
To calculate your projected net cost of attending 快活林性息, visit our .
Financial Aid and Scholarships
The encourages all students to apply for financial aid and scholarships. Any financial aid or scholarships you receive will assist with the cost of attending 快活林性息. Students may receive any combination of financial aid and scholarships, up to their annual COA.
Financial Aid Opportunities
To be considered for federal student aid including grants, loans and work-study, you will need to complete the online . Students are encouraged to complete their FAFSA as soon as possible for the coming听2025-2026 academic year.
Additionally, California residents who aren鈥檛 eligible to file a FAFSA but meet AB 540 Status requirements will need to complete the to be considered for state and institutional grants and scholarships. You must complete the CADAA by April 2 to maximize potential California state aid opportunities for the current 2025-2026听academic year.
If you are a California resident, you can apply for a Cal Grant. 听辞谤 .
Please note international students are not eligible for federal or state student aid.
Scholarship Opportunities
To apply for , you will need to complete the 快活林性息 online scholarship application by logging in to . Students applying for need-based scholarships must also complete the or .
In addition to general institutional scholarships, a number of individual colleges and departments at 快活林性息 offer their own scholarships. You can learn more about online.
The California State University Foundation offers donor-funded scholarships on a systemwide or multi-campus basis. Visit our page to learn more about these scholarships including descriptions, eligibility requirements and application processes.
For information on external scholarship opportunities, visit our 听辫补驳别.
Types of Financial Aid
By completing the FAFSA, you will be considered for grants, loans and work-study.
Grants
A grant is a form of need-based financial aid that does not have to be repaid. Learn more about .
Loans
There are several different federal educational loans available through the FAFSA.
Students are automatically considered for . Parents of undergraduate students can apply for a to help cover costs. .
Students not meeting federal student aid requirements or in need of additional student loan funding beyond that offered through FAFSA can consider .
Work-Study
The provides colleges and universities with funding to help provide students with paid, part-time jobs to help offset some of their college costs.
Financial Aid & Scholarships Timeline
Here are some key dates and deadlines for your financial aid and scholarship application processes.
December:听2025-2026 FAFSA and CADAA is available.
February:听听and confirm attendance.
April 2: 2025-2026听priority consideration filing deadline for FAFSA and CADAA for California.
Student Finance
consists of University Cash Services, Student Accounting and Financial and Tax Services.
University Cash Services is where you'll make any in-person payments. The office provides student payment information听including deadlines and timelines. They'll also help you sign up for , the fastest way to receive any excess financial aid beyond charges.
Student Accounting is where you'll go for help with sponsorships, to make housing and meal plan changes, or to manage a debt with 快活林性息.
Financial and Tax Services is responsible for the administration and collection of Federal Perkins loans receivable and serves as the point of contact for federal and state tax compliance, including generating for students.
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