Supporting Your Students’ Journey
As counselors, you play a vital role in helping students navigate their path to college, and at Cal State San Bernardino, we want to be a partner in that journey. From campus tours—both in-person and virtual—to group visit opportunities, we make it easy for your students to picture themselves at CSUSB. You’ll also find resources to support conversations about affordability, financial aid, and family involvement. Together, we can give students the confidence to take their next step toward a meaningful future.
Affordability and Financial Aid
At Cal State San Bernardino, we believe cost should never be a barrier to opportunity. Our goal is to make a high-quality education accessible to every student you guide.
- Low Tuition: CSUSB tuition and fees are among the lowest in the nation.
- Generous Aid: Nearly 70% of last year’s freshmen paid less than $1,000 in tuition and fees through Pell Grants, Cal Grants, scholarships, and other aid.
- FAFSA & CADAA: Both applications open October 1. Encourage your students to apply early to maximize eligibility.
- Financial Aid Support: From workshops to one-on-one guidance, our Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships helps students and families understand the process and meet every deadline.
Student Spotlight:

Isidora
Major: Child Development
"CSUSB is special because they try to accommodate the students' needs. Specifically, the cave is a space created to provide students with a location to do work in and it is open 24/7, so no matter what a student's schedule is, they have somewhere to safely do work. This is only one example of how CSUSB creates a great atmosphere."
Key Dates At A Glance
- October 1: FAFSA applications open (School code: 001142)
- December 1: CADAA applications open (School code: 001142)
- March 30: CADAA application deadline
- June 30: FAFSA application deadline
- August: Financial aid disbursement begins for students starting in fall semester
We’re committed to helping students reach their goals without the weight of unmanageable debt. For details and counselor resources, connect with the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships.
Visit Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Campus Tours
Visiting campus is one of the best ways for students to picture themselves at Cal State San Bernardino. Our Campus Tours and Welcome Center makes it easy for your students to explore what CSUSB has to offer.
Since 1968, CSUSB has been welcoming future Coyotes to campus, and we’d love to help your students discover why this is the right place to launch their college journey.
Parent and Family Communication
Parents and families play a key role in helping students succeed, and at CSUSB, we welcome them as part of the Coyote community.
Supporting Students Beyond the Classroom
At Cal State San Bernardino, we know student success goes beyond academics. That’s why we offer a wide range of resources to support students’ academic, personal, and basic needs. From tutoring and writing support to health, counseling, and food or housing assistance, CSUSB provides services that help students stay focused and thrive throughout their college journey.