Who is Aid For?
Financial aid supports UC Santa Cruz students across different paths. Whether you’re an undergraduate, a graduate student, a transfer, or attending Summer Session, you’ll find information here about the aid available to you and how to apply.
Key Financial Aid Dates
SEP
2025-26
Financial Aid Disbursement
September 16, 2025
OCT
2026-27
FAFSA & CADAA Apps Open
October 1, 2025
MAR
2026-27
CA State Priority Deadline
March 2, 2026
JUN
2026-27
Financial Aid Appeals Open
June 1, 2026
AUG
2026-27
Verification doc deadline
August 15, 2026
Tools & Resources
Contact Us
Have a question or need support? We’re here to help.
Location: 205 Hahn Student Services (view map)
In-Person Advising: Monday–Friday, 1 – 5 p.m.
Phone and Zoom Advising (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.):
Phone: Call (669) 900-6833
Zoom: Join Zoom drop-in