Forms & Resources
To help answer some common financial aid questions, access forms and review important information related to financial aid and other campus requirements please see the links below.
Forms
Link to financial aid and scholarship forms.
Financial Aid Terms
Learn the meaning of terms commonly used in the financial aid process.
FAFSA
Learn about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Filing the FAFSA is your first step in applying for financial aid.
California Dream Act
Learn about the California Dream Act application.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
To remain eligible for Financial Aid, per federal requirements students are required to meet SAP standards to progress towards degree completion.
Financial Literacy
Visit websites, watch videos, and view other resources to learn financial life management skills.
Tips for Students
Use the tips below to avoid excessive debt by meeting important deadlines, setting financial goals, and exploring available resources.
Helpful Websites
Visit websites that help you manage your awards and learn more about financial aid.
Financial Aid and Withdrawing from UC San Diego
Find out what financial aid or student loan recipients need to know about withdrawal at UC San Diego.
Financing Your Education
Financing Your Education Guide.
Communications
Access past email communications sent from the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office to ensure you are aware of upcoming federal and institutional changes.
Consumer Information
An overview of important UC San Diego information for prospective and current students.
Net Price Calculator
Use this tool to see how much financial aid you may be eligible to receive for in the 2024-25 academic year.
UC YouTube Resources
Videos focus on applying for financial aid and offer tips on other methods of financing your education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? Use this resource to find answers to all your frequently asked questions.