Where Do Your Fees Go?
CSUN Student Union Fee Explained

Each semester, the CSUN Student Union Fee goes toward funding a wide variety of student-focused services, resources, programs and facilities provided by the University Student Union (USU). The USU is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation with a student-led board of directors.
What is a Mandatory Fee?
A fee initiated by students that all enrolled students are required to pay whether they use the service or not. Mandatory fees pay for student-focused programs, services and facilities. All student union fees at CSUN have been approved by a majority vote of students via a referendum.
CSUN Student Union Fee
Programs & Services
- Computer Lab
- Diversity & Inclusion
- DREAM Center
- Meeting Rooms for the Campus Community
- Pride Center
- USU Programs
- USU Reservations & Event Services
- Veterans Resources Center
New Project Expenditures
The New Heart of Campus project will design and build the facilities and programs that meet the needs of today’s Matadors. These funds are used to hire the services of architects, contractors, and consultants that occur prior to the construction of the New Heart of Campus project.
Supporting Services
- Accounting
- Administration
- Board of Directors
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Operations
- Technology Support Services
Support services also includes property insurance and fees charged by the Chancellor’s Office to support their operations.
Student Recreation Center
It’s been proven that a student’s fitness and wellness are directly correlated to academic success. The USU provides a variety of ways for Matadors to connect, play, revive and engage.
- Aquatics
- Boxing
- Esports
- Fitness & Exercise Programs
- Games Room
- Intramural Sports
- Membership Services
- Oasis Wellness Center
- Sunny Days Summer Camp
Major Repair and Replacement
As a popular destination for all Matadors, keeping our facilities in good shape needs to be addressed. This represents actual costs incurred during the fiscal year for major purchases, repairs, or replacements approved by the Board of Directors.
Bond Payments
Bond payments are used to repay money borrowed for construction and renovation of USU buildings and facilities. These funds are paid back to bondholders over a 30-year period, similar to a mortgage for a home.