Apply for Aid: Military & Veterans
Thank you for your dedication and service to our country. This page provides step-by-step instructions for students planning to utilize veteran/military benefits and interested in applying for additional financial aid.
1. Apply for Admission at The University of Arizona
Apply for admission and merit scholarships today!
2. Complete Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
To apply for federal student aid, complete the FAFSA. The FAFSA is a free application that gives you access to lots of types of financial aid to help pay for college. The 2024-2025 FAFSA will be available by January 1, 2024.
Institutional funding is limited. Complete your FAFSA by the Priority Filing Date to be considered:
- Admitted Fall 2024: May 1, 2024
- Admitted Spring 2025: November 1, 2024
When completing your FAFSA, 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 each year!
Expert FAFSA help is available for Arizona high school seniors through Arizona FAFSA Assistance.
FAFSA Overview
What happens after you file your FAFSA?
3. Explore Additional Funding Options
Veteran/Military Aid
In addition to federal financial aid you may qualify for Veteran/ Military benefits.
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 as early as possible.
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024/2025 FAFSA application available | by January 1 |
| University of Arizona FAFSA Priority submission date | May 1 |