News and Updates

Financial aid night

The Office of Financial Aid is excited to host our first Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, February 5th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in Cowell Hall- 214. The 2025-2026 FAFSA and CA Dream Act Application are now available for students and families to complete. To support you through the process, our financial aid staff will be available to answer your questions and assist you with completing and submitting your application. Computers will be available, but you are welcome to bring your own device. No registration is required.  You may let us know you are coming and we can keep you updated about the event. We hope you can join us and we look forward to seeing you there. Learn more about the event and resources.

2025-26 FAFSA and ca dream act application now live

We're excited to share that the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CA Dream Act Application (CADAA) are now available for all students and their families to complete. This application is required to apply for or renew your financial aid for the upcoming fall 2025, spring 2026, and summer 2026 semesters. Renewal of the FAFSA or CADAA is also required for University aid and the Global Award. To assist you, we’ve created a step-by-step video guide that explains how to complete the FAFSA form, identify your contributor(s), and address other key topics. Additionally, we'll also be hosting Financial Aid Night later in February 2025 where you can complete your FAFSA or CADAA with a financial aid advisor and to get your questions answered. More details to come.

How Can We Help You?

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Meet With Financial Aid

Swing by our Zoom advising hours, or visit us in-person. Come ask us your questions - we're here to help!

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Financial Aid Guide

Check out our resources for new and continuing students, including how to apply for aid, accept your offer, and renew it.

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Types of Aid

Learn about various sources of aid, including institutional, federal, state, and private aid, and how to access them.

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Dates and Deadlines

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
December 1

2025- 26 FAFSA and CA Dream Act Available
The 2025-26 FAFSA & CA Dream Act applications are expected to be available to all students to complete for the 2025-26 academic year. Keep an eye out for announcements from Financial Aid by email and on our website as we have new information. Learn More
January 13

Spring 2025 Disbursement Date
Spring semester financial aid disbursement begins (except for Law students). Please allow 2-3 weeks for any refund credits to process depending on your refund preference. Instructions to setup direct deposit.
February 5

Financial Aid Night
Do you need help with completing your 2025-2026 FAFSA or CA Dream Act application? Join us for our first Financial Aid Night. Our Financial Aid staff will be available to answer your questions and assist you with completing and submitting your application. Learn More
February 8

Spring 2025 Semester Enrollment Lock
Financial aid awarded are disbursed based on your enrollment as of enrollment lock date and awards will not be adjusted for any enrollment status changes after this date. If there are extenuating circumstances that may have delayed enrollment, you may file an Enrollment Adjustment Appeal.
April 25

SAP Appeal Deadline for Spring 2025
Last day to submit a SAP appeal to be considered for spring 2025 aid. Learn More

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Office of Financial Aid

Physical Address:
2800 Turk Blvd, Lone Mountain Main 203
San Francisco, CA 94118

Mailing Address:
Attn: Financial Aid
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton Street, LMM 203, San Francisco, CA 94117

Scholarship Checks:
Attn: Student Accounts
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton Street, LMM 203, San Francisco, CA 94117

Phone (415) 422-3387

Fax (415) 422-6084