Resources
We understand that the financial aid process can feel overwhelming and complex, which is why our team is here to support you. Whether you are looking for one-on-one advising or would like to attend a group informational session during Financial Aid Fridays, we offer a variety of resources to help you navigate the process and secure funding for your education.
Fin Aid Fridays
Interested in becoming your own “Financial Aid Expert”? Join our Outreach team every other Friday for virtual Zoom sessions covering a variety of financial aid topics, including completing your financial aid application, appealing your financial aid offer, scholarship opportunities and more.
To attend an upcoming session, please refer to the schedule below.
| 2026 Fin Aid Friday Schedule | |||
| Date | Topic | Time | Location |
| August 21 | Funding Your Fall: Financial Aid Disbursement, Deadlines & Campus Resources | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| September 4 | Exploring Loans to Help Pay for Fall | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| September 18 | Appealing Your 2026-27 Financial Aid - All About the SAI Appeal | ||
| October 2 | Best Practices Applying to Scholarships | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| October 16 | Fall 2026 Middle Class Scholarship (MCS) Award Update | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| October 30 | 2027-28 Financial Aid Application Walkthrough | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| November 13 | 2027-28 Financial Aid Application Walkthrough | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
| December 11 | 2027-28 Financial Aid Application Walkthrough for Parent Contributors | 2 – 3 p.m. | Zoom link |
Meeting ID: 851 5944 6464
Passcode: 872579
How to contact us
In-person advising
Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. — 5 p.m.
One Stop-- Student Services Building (1st Floor)
Counter Numbers #11 — 13
Please sign in through Navigator before approaching our service counters. You will receive mobile text alerts after signing in.
NOTE: Students must have their SFSU ID card or a Government issued photo ID ready when visiting our counters. Parent(s) will need to have their children present when seeking assistance for their child's financial aid information.
Zoom Advising
Our Outreach team offers virtual financial aid advising hours through Zoom for students who are unable to visit campus in person.
Monday to Friday: 1—4 p.m.
Meeting ID: 836 5798 2576
Passcode: 097920
Phone Hours
Contact us at (415)338-7000
Monday — Friday: 9 a.m. — 4 p.m.
NOTE: Students are advised to have their SF State ID# ready when calling our office so that we may guide them in the best way possible. Inquiring Parent(s) are highly recommended to be on the line with their children otherwise only general information may be shared.
Email Contact
For financial aid related inquiries email us at: finaid@sfsu.edu
For scholarship inquiries (campus or external) email us at: faschol@sfsu.edu
NOTE: Please make sure to include the student full name and SF State ID# in messages, so that we may look up their information upon receiving the inquiry.
SFSU Financial Aid YouTube Channel
Watch recordings of informational sessions and explore financial aid tips and resources.
Student Support Contacts
Basic Needs Center
SFSU’s Basic Needs Center connects students with essential services in five key areas: financial support, food assistance, housing, hygiene and support for student parents.