Cost and Financial Aid
One of the most affordable universities in the San Francisco Bay Area, California State University, East Bay offers generous financial aid to help you attain your educational goals. With a lively and diverse community, small class sizes, accessible professors and two beautiful campuses, Cal State East Bay is a top value in higher education.
Tuition and Fees
Fees are based on residency status, class level (undergraduate, graduate, doctorate or credential) and the number of course units taken.
Fees for Full-time Students, 2009-2010
The following table illustrates the fees for full-time undergraduate, graduate, teacher credential and doctorate students for three quarter terms:
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Status |
Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident | $4,872 |
| WUE Program 1 | $6,855 |
| Non-resident 2 | $13,800 |
| 1 Residents of 14 participating states in the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) may qualify for a discounted non-resident fee rate. For details see the WUE Program 2 Includes international students |
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|
Status |
Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident | $5,808 |
| Non-resident 1 | $11,760 |
|
1 Includes international students. Non-residents in the following programs should consult the Division of Continuing and International Education for fee information. Graduate Business Professional Fee |
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|
Status |
Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident | $5,520 |
| Non-resident 1 | $14,448 |
| 1 Includes international students | |
|
Status |
Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident | $9,670.50 |
| Non-resident | $17,815 |
Fees shown for undergraduate and graduate programs are for 2009-2010 for 3 quarter terms, attending fulltime (12 units of more for undergraduates and 6.1 units or more for graduate students) at the Hayward Campus. Concord Campus and Online Campus students have slightly different fees. Non-resident and International student fee totals are calculated as CA resident fees plus $248 per unit. For more details, visit Fee Information.
1) Includes International students
2) Fees shown for Doctoral students are for fulltime attendance
Additional costs may include housing, books, supplies, lab and course fees, transportation, meals, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Additional graduate professional fees may be applied to certain business degree courses. Fees are subject to change by the Trustees of the California State University without advance notice.
For total estimated costs, please see Cost of Attendance.
Financial Aid
The only way to know whether you are eligible to receive financial aid is to submit a financial aid application. Financial aid is offered in a variety of forms, including Grants and Scholarships (“free” aid), Federal Work Study (work for pay) and also Loans (money to be repaid with interest added).
To apply for financial aid, first submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online as soon as possible after January 1 of the year you plan to enroll. File by March 1 for priority consideration.
Transferring to CSUEB?
Update your FAFSA indicating Cal State East Bay as the recipient of your FAFSA data.
Western Undergraduate Exchange
The WUE program is open to out-of-state students from 14 Western states.
Veterans Benefits
Learn more about receiving Veterans Benefits at the Veterans Information Session.
Scholarships
Many scholarships are available through the Office of Financial Aid, some require financial need while others are based on academic achievement.
Paying for College
Visit College.gov to learn more about paying for college.
