Apply for Aid: Current Undergraduate
This page provides step-by-step instructions for current undergraduate students interested in applying for financial aid.
1. Complete Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form
To apply for federal student aid, and institutional need-based aid, complete the FAFSA form. The FAFSA is a free application that gives you access to various types of financial aid to help pay for college. The 2026-2027 FAFSA form will be available on October 1st, 2025.
Institutional funding is limited. Complete your FAFSA form by the Priority Filing Date to be considered:
- Current Students: March 1, 2026
When completing your FAFSA form, be sure to include Arizona's school code (001083) to avoid delays in the processing of your aid. Remember, you need to complete a FAFSA form each year!
What happens after you file your FAFSA?
2. Explore Additional Funding Opportunities
Scholarship Universe
Scholarship Universe (SU) is our scholarship-matching tool for admitted University of Arizona students. SU connects Wildcats to millions of dollars in internal and external scholarships.
Deadlines
For timely processing of your financial aid, we recommend you submit the FAFSA form as early as possible.
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026-2027 FAFSA Form available | October 1, 2025 |
| University of Arizona FAFSA Priority Filing Date | March 1, 2026 |