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Welcome to the Financial Aid Office

Welcome to NOMA Nation!

Sonoma State University knows pursuing a higher education degree is expensive.  Investing in a quality education is an investment in your future. Our goal is to provide access to quality education at SSU by assisting students in obtaining and understanding financial aid options. The Financial Aid Office at SSU is committed to assisting current and prospective students with the financial aid process in obtaining funds for college through federal, state and institutional sources.

We communicate with you by sending emails when items are added to your To-Do List in MySSU or changes are made to your award offer. Award offer notifications are sent to your SSU email as well. We encourage you to check your SSU email on a regular basis and follow the instructions provided.  Documents submitted late could result in missed deadlines and a reduced financial aid award (or no award at all).

Please know that we are still available to assist you in the following ways:

Location and Hours:

Our Financial Aid Representatives are available in person, located in the Seawolf Service Center (1st floor of Salazar Hall) during the following days/times:

Drop-in Hours
  • Monday 10am–1pm & 2pm–3pm
  • Tuesday 10am–1pm & 2pm–3pm
  • Wednesday 10am–1pm & 2pm–3pm

Additionally, they are available the Thursday before the beginning of the semester and the following two Thursdays and the last three Thursdays of each semester from 10am to 1pm and 2pm to 3pm.

Please use the Contact Us and Cómo Comunicarse pages of our website to contact us with any questions you may have.

Announcements

2025-2026 FAFSA Open!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) & The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now open for the 25/26 academic year. To receive the maximum aid, be sure to apply by the priority deadline of March 2, 2025.

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Changes to your Family's Financial Situation

If you or your family’s financial situation has changed significantly from what is reflected on your federal income tax return (for example, if you’ve lost a job or otherwise experienced a drop in income), you may be eligible to have your financial aid adjusted. After completing the FAFSA questions as instructed on the application (including the transfer of tax return and income information), contact the Financial Aid Office at Sonoma State.