Over $2.5M of scholarship funds pass through the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office every year. We are the official hub for scholarship information at Sonoma State University, and we administer the SSU Scholarship Program that awarded more than $600 thousand in scholarships last year. To be considered for merit-based scholarships, the SSU Scholarship Application enables students to complete a single application for a chance to be matched with more than 200 scholarship opportunities. Applicants are matched with scholarships based on criteria such as degree type, major, club affiliation, and more. Scholarships are also offered by various colleges, departments, and organizations to undergraduate, graduate, and credential students who meet specific criteria. Additionally, we are the central office for collecting and distributing external scholarships.
Please review the information provided on our Scholarship site for answers to frequently asked questions, tips on applying for scholarships, and how you can apply for scholarships to help fund your education.
Announcements
Please review the list of available scholarships HERE and reach out to scholarships@sonoma.edu with any questions. Please note that the CSU Trustees' Award for Outstanding Achievement requires a faculty nomination.
Visit the "SSU Scholarships" menu item to learn more about eligibility requirements. The deadline to apply was February 1, 2025.
All merit-based scholarships for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 academic year will be awarded by May 1st. Please visit our external scholarships page to explore other opportunities.