Financial Aid:
Graduate
Students
Financial aid is available to support your graduate education at UC Santa Cruz through options such as loans, scholarships, grants, work opportunities, and other benefits. This section guides you through applying for aid, learning about available types, managing your award, accessing helpful resources, and getting support every step of the way.
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