Student Financial Resources and Support
ASI Cougar Pantry
CalFresh
ASI Student Emergency Fund
ASI Leadership Funds
Short-Term Loans
The short-term loan program provides no-cost, short-term financial assistance to CSUSM students for unexpected expenses, related to their pursuit of education. Students, for short-term loans, can request up to a maximum of $500. No interest or fees are charged if repaid on-time.
CHABSS Student Success Grant
CHABSS faculty members may nominate CHABSS undergraduate or graduate students who have demonstrated exceptional academic skills/performance
to present and/or attend conferences, workshops, or seminars. Additionally, the grant
is available to provide training in a particular field of study and/or enhance particular
academic or professional skills. Travel is allowed in accordance with university policy.
CHABSS undergraduate and graduate students may self-advocate for this grant by speaking
with their favorite professor.
Student Travel Resources
Graduate Studies and Research - There are opportunities for student research and travel support at CSUSM. Students
are welcome to apply until funds for the current academic year are exhausted. Funds
are available for undergraduate and graduate students.
There are a number of specialized programs for which the student must be a participant that offers small grants and gift cards: