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Some Facts About Financial Aid (PDF)
"Some Facts About Financial Aid" provides basic information about financial aid programs, eligibility, how to apply, and important application deadlines.
Algunos datos sobre ayuda financiera
"Algunos datos sobre ayuda financiera" contiene la información básica sobre programas de ayuda financiera, elegibilidad, solicitar, y fechas límites para entregar la solicitud.
Your Guide to Financial Aid (PDF)
"Your Guide to Financial Aid" is a comprehensive guide to financial aid at UC Santa Cruz.
Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan Facts (PDF)
UC's Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan will cover your educational and student services fees if you are a California resident whose family earns less than $80,000 a year and you qualify for financial aid — and that's just for starters.
Direct Loan Basics for Students (PDF)
Direct Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student's education after high school.
Direct Loan Basic for Parents (PDF)
Direct Loans are low-interest loans for students and parents to help pay for the cost of a student's education after high school. The lender is the U.S. Department of Education rather than a bank or other financial institution.
Direct Loan Basics for Graduate Students (PDF)
The Direct Loan program offers three low-interest loans to graduate and professional students who are attending schools participating in the program.

Important Next Steps
This document outlines actions students must take to ensure they receive loan and work funds they have accepted.

Guide for Education Master's Degree Students
The Education Master's program begins and ends in summer - it crosses 2 academic years. This guide helps students navigate financial aid requirements.