At our core, CSUN embraces a singular commitment to serving our diverse and vibrant community in the San Fernando Valley. We are recognized as one of the top 10 universities in the nation for facilitating the upward social mobility of our students. More than 70% of our students are first-generation college students and 60% come from historically underserved backgrounds.
More than 56% of our undergraduates rely on federal grants for students with exceptional financial needs.
At CSUN, these students find excellent teachers, hands-on learning experiences in classrooms and research laboratories, as well as internships and other programs that prepare them to strengthen their communities and solve the world's biggest challenges.
Matador student-athletes are an inspiring example of this transformative work as they push themselves on and off their fields of competition to become the best versions of themselves.
For the 300-plus diverse Matador student-athletes who study and play at CSUN, sports are not just a passion; they are a pathway to upward mobility. Many receive life-changing scholarships to play one of our 19 Division 1 sports, providing access to an excellent education and enabling them to earn their degrees while pursuing their athletic passions. Our student-athletes arrive at CSUN to maximize their physical talents and are elevated by the inclusive educational experience. Upon graduation, our students leave with an education, direction, discipline and all the preparation they need to thrive in their lives beyond the university.
Support the Teams You Love. Make a Lasting Impact. Invest in Champions.
CSUN Athletics exists to support our mission and champion values, empowering Matadors to be the best in the Big West.
Every donation impacts our student-athletes’ ability to excel in their sport while thriving in the classroom in pursuit of maximizing their personal development. Your contributions ensure that CSUN Athletics can continue providing comprehensive support and equip them with the tools they need to succeed in their life after CSUN.
Choose the sport that means the most to you or give to CSUN Athletics as a whole.
- Direct your donation to the team you’re most passionate about, and know that every dollar goes directly toward scholarships, equipment, training, travel, and the resources our athletes need to succeed.
- Champion CSUN Athletics and support initiatives that impact all of our Division 1 student-athletes.
Every program has its own story — and your gift helps write the next chapter.
Your support is critical. We need you. They need you. Now more than ever.
