Financial Aid:
Undergraduates
Financial aid helps make UC Santa Cruz affordable for undergraduate students. Here you’ll find how to apply, the types of aid available, and tools to plan your budget and manage your award. Resources are available for California residents, nonresidents, international students, Dream Act applicants, and those studying abroad. If you have questions, our team is here to help.
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