Must use all financial aid received solely for expenses related to attending CSUSM
Must submit in a timely manner all additional documentation requested by the Financial
Aid Office
Must enroll for at least 6 credits (except for certain graduate programs which require
5 credits)
Must understand the rules and conditions for any financial aid awards received
Must complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Entrance Interview the first time
a loan is received at CSUSM before the student is no longer enrolled at least half-time
Must reapply for financial aid each award year before the published deadlines
Must inform the university promptly of changes in name, address or e-mail address
Must check CSUSM email account regularly
CSUSM utilizes the MyCSUSM portal as a mechanism to communicate and offer aid. By
attending CSUSM you are agreeing to utilize the portal, stay up-to-date on all 'To
Do' items and accept, reduce, or decline aid via MyCSUSM
Have the right to:
Know how financial need was determined
Know how financial aid will be disbursed
Request an explanation of offered aid in the financial aid package
Refuse any aid offered
Request an explanation of CSUSM's refund policy
Know what portion of financial aid must be repaid and what portion is a grant. If
a loan has been offered and accepted, have the right to know the interest rate and
loan repayment options and procedures
Examine the contents of aid records provided a written request is made to CSUSM's
Financial Aid Office. Students may not review confidential records submitted by parents
without the written consent of the parent whose information has been submitted.
myCSUSM
