Apply for Aid: Graduate & Professional
This page provides step-by-step instructions for Graduate and Professional students interested in applying for financial aid.
1. Apply for Admissions at The University of Arizona
Apply for admission today!
2. Complete Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form
To apply for federal student aid, complete the FAFSA form. The FAFSA form is a free application that gives you access to financial aid to help pay for college. The 2027-2028 FAFSA form became available on October 1, 2026.
To ensure timely processing of your FAFSA form, it is recommended you fill out your FAFSA form by April 1, 2027. Students admitted for the Spring 2028 term should apply before November 1, 2027.
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!
Once your FAFSA form has been processed by Federal Student Aid, our team will be sent a copy and we’ll use that information to generate your financial aid offer. We will begin importing FAFSA information into our system in December. We use all the information on your University of Arizona admissions application and your FAFSA form to determine what types of financial aid you qualify for.
Financial aid offers for graduate students will be available starting in summer 2027. You’ll be notified via text and email once your financial aid offer is ready for review.
FAFSA Overview
What happens after you file your FAFSA?
3. Explore Additional Funding Options
Graduate/Professional Funding Opportunities
In addition to federal financial aid you may qualify for additional funding opportunities through the Graduate College.
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. Apply early to all scholarships you are matched to for additional funding opportunities.
4. Learn More
Learn about the different types of financial aid that might be available to you.