Financial Assistance
EOP Grant
Eligibility for an EOP Grant is determined by a student’s expected family contribution (EFC), household size, and class level. Grants are awarded only while funds are available.
First-time, first-year EOP students may be considered for grants up to $1,000.
Newly admitted transfer students may be considered for grants up to $400.
Students must be EOP-eligible to receive an award.
To maximize your chances of receiving an EOP Grant and other financial aid, complete your FAFSA or California Dream Act Application as early as possible, ideally in October each year. Grant awards are based on the information from these applications; no separate application is required for EOP Grant consideration.
For more information regarding Financial Aid, please visit the Financial Aid website.
California Dream Act
The California Dream Act application permits undocumented students to apply for state financial aid to attend eligible universities. This application is unrelated to the federal Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. You may access the application through the California Student Aid Commission website. Apply as soon as possible after October 1 for each upcoming academic school year.
FAFSA
Applying for financial aid is separate from the CSU and EOP admissions process. Financial aid information and application forms may be accessed through the Department of Education's Free Application for Federal Student Aid website. Apply as soon as possible after October 1 for each upcoming academic school year.
Cal Grant
Cal Grant GPA verification forms. Apply as soon as possible after January 1 for each upcoming academic school year.
SSU Scholarships
Information about SSU scholarships and tips on how to apply is available through the Sonoma State University Scholarships Office website.
WISP Scholarship
The Wine Industry Scholars Program Scholarship provides financial support for Sonoma State University students. Those who are selected for the scholarship will be awarded $2,500 per year to offset student fees and tuition for up to four years, dependent on their continued eligibility for the award. The scholarship is open to all SSU undergraduate students enrolled in a degree program including first-time, first-year, continuing students, transfer students, and undocumented students.
The priority application deadline to be considered for the first review of applications for the Spring semester is October 1, 2025 through November 30, 2025. For the Fall semester, the application opens January 1, 2026, and the deadline is March 15, 2026.
Additional Financial Resources
For additional information about financial aid, refer to the CSU undergraduate application booklet or refer to "The Student Guide to Financial Aid" and "Funding your Education" from the U.S. Department of Education.