FAQs Cost of Attendance Appeals

What documentation do I/parent(s) need to submit for unusually high out-of-pocket/unreimbursed medical/dental expenses in calendar year 2023?

1. You must attach documentation of all unreimbursed medical expenses such as paid receipts, copies of canceled checks, or a statement from the medical provider indicating the amount the patient has paid out of pocket.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form
   

What documentation do my Parent(s) need to submit for significantly higher elementary or secondary school tuition expenses for their legal dependent?

1. You must attach documentation of all tuition expenses paid, such as receipts, canceled checks, or a letterhead statement from the school indicating the amount paid.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form

What documentation do I need to submit for high elementary or secondary school tuition expenses for my legal dependents in calendar year 2023?

1. You must attach documentation of all tuition expenses paid, such as paid receipts, canceled checks, or a letterhead statement from the school indicating the amount paid.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form

What documentation do I need to submit for high transportation expenses because of my long distance commute to CSUN?

1. Your home address must match your address on record with CSUN and your commute must be at least 25 miles one way. You must attach a printout of MapQuest documenting your mileage.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form

What do I need to submit to request a one-time increase of my Cost of Attendance to purchase a computer?

1. You must submit an estimate of a computer cost or a receipt for the computer purchase made. An example of an estimate can be a screenshot of an estimate from Amazon or Apple.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form

What do I need to submit if my major requires additional expenses (other than books) during 2023-2024 academic year?

1. You must attach a signed statement listing the expense items and their cost and include documentation from your department indicating expenses are required for Fall 2023 and/or Spring 2024.
2. A signed and dated copy of the Cost of Attendance appeal form

How do I submit the COA Appeal Form and required documents?

The Cost of Attendance Appeal form is located at https://www.csun.edu/financialaid/2023-2024-forms-and-documents under Appeals and Special Circumstances

Download the Cost of Attendance Appeal form, complete and sign the form. Create a personal statement and sign your statement. Upload and submit all of your documents including supporting documents as PDF files through the CSUN Portal or mail to the address on the form.