IMPORTANT FINANCIAL AID UPDATES:
The 2026-27 UCLA Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN!
- Newly admitted first-year students should complete the application by April 2, 2026 for priority consideration.
- Newly admitted transfer students should complete the application (once admitted) by May 7, 2026 for priority consideration.
- Continuing students should complete the application by June 30, 2026 for priority consideration.
NOTE: Those who miss the priority application deadlines should still complete the application to be considered for various scholarship opportunities with later application deadlines.
Aid Application Process for the 2026-27 Academic Year
- The UCLA priority filing deadline for the 2026–27 academic year has been extended to March 3, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. PST for aid applicants, in accordance with guidance from the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) due to technical issues experienced by some FAFSA applicants on March 2. Students are still encouraged to complete their aid application as early as possible using UCLA’s school code, 001315. For more information, please visit our Apply for Aid webpage.
2026-27 Federal Financial Aid Updates
- H.R. 1 - One Big Beautiful Bill Act: On July 4, 2025, the H.R.1 bill (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) was enacted into law. Significant provisions regarding Federal Loan limits that will affect college students are scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026, with a legacy provision included for current borrowers to borrow under current limits for the remainder of their program of study.
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We encourage students and families to review our 2026-2027 Federal Financial Aid Updates webpage for more information and guidance on how to best prepare for these changes that will take effect July 1, 2026.
Special Student Populations Updates
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We encourage students to review our Special Student Populations Updates webpage for important information that may be relevant to them.
2025-26 Work Study Hiring Deadline Extended
- The 2025-2026 Work Study hiring deadline has been extended to Tuesday, March 31, 2026. We encourage students to review our Work Study Program Calendar for important dates and our Work Study webpage for more information.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Friday, March 27, 2026
Office closed in Observance of César Chávez Day Holiday
- UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be closed on Friday, March 27, 2026 in Observance of the César Chávez Day Holiday. We will resume to regular operating hours on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Spring 2026 Financial Aid Census
- UCLA Financial Aid & Scholarships will be conducting the Spring 2026 census on Friday, April 17, 2026 to ensure financial aid recipients are enrolled full time (12 units or more) unless otherwise approved for the Fee Reduced Program. Being enrolled in less than full time status while not approved for the Fee Reduced Program will result in your financial aid being recalculated.
Highlights
2026-27 FAFSA/CADAA are NOW OPEN!
The 2026-2027 FAFSA and California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now open and available for students to complete.
Although UCLA’s priority filing deadline is March 2, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. PST, we strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible to ensure timely processing and to maximize your eligibility for financial aid opportunities. Submitting early also allows time to resolve any potential errors or additional documentation requests before the deadline.
UCLA SCHOOL CODE: 001315
Click here for more information.
2026-27 UCLA Scholarship Application for Newly Admitted Students is NOW OPEN!
The 2026-27 UCLA Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN! We encourage students to apply early!
Priority consideration for early awards is given to students who submit their application by April 2, 2026. In addition, please check the application for additional award opportunities with other deadlines.
Click here to access the UCLA Scholarship Application.
2026-27 UCLA Scholarship Application for Continuing Students is NOW OPEN!
The 2026-27 UCLA Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN! We encourage students to apply early!
Priority consideration for upcoming academic year awards is given to students who submit their application by June 30,2026. However, the application will remain open beyond June 30th.
Click here to access the UCLA Scholarship Application.
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