Financial Aid Tips

Transferring to SF State? Let's Make Your Financial Aid Journey as Smooth as Possible!

Tips to manage your financial aid during your transition:

 

1. Plan Ahead: Your current financial aid package won't automatically transfer with you. Follow SF State's procedures for establishing a new financial aid package.

 

2. Connect with Experts: Consult with a counselor at your current college about:

  • Annual award limits
  • Overall college career aid limits and impact on post-transfer aid
  • Settling your account to avoid holds on your transcript
  • Informing them of your transfer plans to prevent erroneous payments 

 

3. Explore your Resources: Check out SF State's scholarship database Academic Works.

 

4. Reach Out: Have questions? Our SF State financial aid team is ready to assist you in creating a new aid package that fits your needs.

 

Visit our Financial Aid website or check out this guide that covers How Financial Aid Works.