Cortez Blog
January 15, 2026: Fresno State Financial Aid and Scholarships
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Out of all the university services that are available to Fresno State students, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is my number-one pick for the most important. These are the people who can help you pay for your education. (They have helped me out a lot!)
Did you know that Fresno State awards over $3.8 million in university scholarships annually to students? These scholarships range from $100 up to nearly $35,000! They're available to both undergraduate and graduate students at Fresno State. You need to check them out and apply to the ones that fit you.
Along with scholarships, the Financial Aid Office can help you apply for federal and state grants. There are different kinds of grants based on need and eligibility, and they can provide you with significant financial assistance.
There are also different kinds of low-interest student loans that can help you pay for your education. The people at the Financial Aid Office are experts about these opportunities.
Finding money to pay for school is something most Fresno State students have in common. I'm right there with you. I've navigated the self-service system on my own, and it can be confusing. After doing the research for this blog, I am absolutely going to take advantage of all the assistance that's available to me. I'm serious … you WILL see me in line.
Without making this blog way too long, let me share these additional hot tips about how the Office of Fresno State Financial Aid and Scholarships can help you:
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FAFSA / Dream Act FAFSA
It's time to take a walk over to the Joyal Administration Building North Lobby and start asking some questions. Don't be shy; your student fees pay for these services, so go use these resources!
For more information about the Office of Fresno State Financial Aid and Scholarships, visit their website here.