Fall 2026 Financial Aid Updates
Due to the start of the fall semester, federally mandated changes, and related system upgrades, OSFA is experiencing higher-than-average wait times. We appreciate your patience as we assist students as quickly as possible.
Accepted financial aid for the fall semester has begun to release to Bursar student accounts for students enrolled full-time.
Students enrolled less than full-time (under 12 undergraduate units or under 9 graduate/professional units) will require an additional review. Adjusted aid is expected to release during the later half of the week of August 24th.
Please monitor your UAccess Student Center and university email for updates or required actions.
Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid
Your education is one of the smartest investments you will make in your lifetime, and your University of Arizona degree will pay you back many times over. We do our best to make paying for college easy. And when it comes to navigating financial wellness, we’re always here to help.
Find the Information You Need
- Find payment plan options, due dates, billing details, tuition cost estimates and more through the Bursar's Office website.
- Find answers to the top questions Wildcats are asking on our Know Before You Go page.
- Questions about scholarship reinstatement or renewal requirements? Find terms and conditions, deferment, and appeal information.
- Learn about Arizona Native Scholars Grant.
- Looking for additional funding? Scholarship Universe connects Wildcats with millions of dollars in scholarships each year.
- If you experienced certain circumstances, such as loss of income, you may qualify to request a Family Contribution Appeal.
Mark Your Calendar
| Accepted Fall 2026 Financial Aid Begins To Release to Bursar Student Accounts (for students enrolled full-time) | Week of August 17th |
| Accepted Fall 2026 Financial Aid Begins To Release to Bursar Student Accounts (for students enrolled less than full-time) | Week of August 26th |
| Fall 2026 Pell Recalculation Date #1 | September 7, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 Pell Recalculation Date #2 | November 9, 2026 |
You can do this. We can help.
Join us for a workshop to explore topics like completing your financial aid verification requirements, perfecting your scholarship search, planning for loan repayment, and more.
How Do I Find Financial Aid? (Hint: We'll Make it Easy)
Select from the options below, and learn more about the financial aid application process, funding options, and more.
Incoming First-Year
I'm a first time college student.
Incoming Transfer
I'm applying from another college or university.
Graduate
I'm pursuing an advanced degree in a specific field.
Current Undergraduate
I'm currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at Arizona.
Arizona Online
I attend or want to attend Arizona from anywhere.
International Students
I'm not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
DACA or Dreamer Students
I hold a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) work permit.
Veteran or Military Students
I'm a veteran or military-affiliated student.
Non-Degree Seeking
I'm taking classes separate from a major.
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