Welcome to CSM Financial Aid Website!  Financial aid is money for college.  It is provided by the United States taxpayers to ensure that everyone who wants a college education has the financial ability to pay for their college expenses.

Financial aid is also a partnership between you the student and the college that provides the money to help pay college costs.  If you receive financial aid, it is expected that you will enroll in courses needed to complete your chosen program, work hard at learning, and move responsibly toward successful completion of your educational goal.

We understand that the rules that govern the financial aid programs can sometimes be complicated.  However, the staff at the CSM Financial Aid Office is available to answer your questions and provide special assistance if and when you need it.

Let us know if you need assistance as a non-English speaking student.   We can make arrangements to provide information in your native language.   Please stop by the office in Building 1, Room 217 or call us at (650) 574-6147.  We will be happy to assist you! 

- Claudia Menjivar, Director of Financial Aid Services

Direct Deposit financial aid payments (NEW. go to WebSMART, click on the “Financial Aid” tab and click on the “Account information for Direct Deposit” link, and follow the instructions).

If you are ready to apply for financial aid, click here

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