STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES HAS MOVED

The Office of Financial Aid and Student Accounts are now located in Lone Mountain Main (LMM)- 339 and Student Employment in LMM- 200. 

News and Updates

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Webinar

Did you recently received an email notification from the Financial Aid Office notifying you that you are not meeting SAP? Or are you interested in learning more about how SAP impacts your financial aid eligibility? Join the Office of Financial Aid for an informative webinar to learn more about SAP and what it means for your financial aid. This session will cover the requirements for maintaining financial aid eligibility, what happens if you do not meet SAP standards, how to regain eligibility, and tips for submitting a successful SAP appeal. We'll also answer your questions and provide additional resources to help you stay on track. RSVP

Fall 2026 Financial Aid Disbursement

Financial aid disbursement for fall 2026 begins on August 17 (excluding Law students). Your financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and loans, are applied directly to your university charges. Be sure to review your financial aid portal to confirm all aid has been accepted and unsatisfied requirements are completed. Review your billing statement in View & Pay to verify your financial aid has been applied to your fall bill. If your financial aid exceeds your bill, the remaining credit will be processed as a refund via paper check or direct deposit. We strongly recommend setting up direct deposit as it is the fastest and safest way to receive your refund. Please allow 2-3 weeks for refunds to process. Learn more about disbursements and instructions to set up direct deposit.

2026-2027 financial aid package for new and continuing students (except Law)

The Office of Financial Aid is currently preparing financial aid packages for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year.

We anticipate releasing financial aid offers for:

New undergraduate students Continuing undergraduate students New Graduate and Professional Students (Starting Fall 2026) Continuing Graduate Students
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Once your offer becomes available, you can access it through your myUSF Student Self-Service to review, accept, or decline your financial aid. Please check back regularly for updates.

If you have not yet applied for financial aid by completing the 2026-2027 FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application, there is still time to do so. We will continue reviewing applications and awarding financial aid on an ongoing basis. If you have any questions, please reach out to our office.

student financial services newsletter

Check out the Summer 2026 edition of the Student Financial Services (SFS) Newsletter. In this issue, we highlight important dates and deadlines for the upcoming summer 2026 semester, along with key updates from the Financial Aid, Student Employment, and the Billing & Tuition Office. View SFS Newsletter

Summer 2026 financial aid

Are you planning to enroll in summer classes and utilize financial aid? Financial aid funds for summer are typically limited for most students. Once you are enrolled in your summer courses, the Financial Aid Office will assess your eligibility within 1-2 weeks. Your financial aid package will be available through your myUSF Self-Service portal, where you can review and either accept or decline the aid offered. Note that your summer financial aid package will be under the 2025-2026 award year. If you would like to discuss your financial aid eligibility prior to registering for the summer term, we encourage you to contact the Financial Aid Office to speak with a counselor.

2026-27 FAFSA and CADAA are now available!

We're excited to share that the 2026-2027 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 2026, spring 2027, and summer 2027 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 PDF guide that explains how to complete the FAFSA form, identify your contributor(s), and address other key topics. Click here for our step-by-step video guide and FAQ

How Can We Help You?

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Meet With Financial Aid

Visit us in-person or give us a call. Come ask us your questions - we're here to help!

Our Hours
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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.

View the Guide
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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.

Explore Aid

Dates and Deadlines

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
May 1

Summer 2026 Semester Payment Due Date

Review your billing statement on your myUSF View & Pay to ensure all pending financial aid credits are posted to your account, such as your grants, scholarships, and loans. If your financial aid credits fully covers your summer balance due, no payment is required. If there is a remaining balance, you can satisfy that by making a payment, enrolling into a semester payment plan, or applying for additional financial aid. 
May 16

Summer 2026 Disbursement Begins

Summer semester financial aid disbursement begins (except for Law students). Please note: actual disbursement date will depend on your classes and the summer session they start. Please allow 2-3 weeks for any refund credits to process depending on your refund selection. Learn more about disbursements and Instructions to set up direct deposit.
August 1

Fall 2026 Semester Payment Due Date

Review your billing statement on your myUSF View & Pay to ensure all pending financial aid credits are posted to your account, such as your grants, scholarships, and loans. If your financial aid credits fully covers your fall balance due, no payment is required. If there is a remaining balance, you can satisfy that by making a payment, enrolling into a semester payment plan, or applying for additional financial aid. 
August 17

Fall 2026 Disbursement Date

Fall semester financial aid disbursement begins (except for Law students). Please allow 2-3 weeks for any refund credits to process depending on your refund selection (direct deposit or paper check). Learn more about disbursements and instructions to set up direct deposit.

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Office of Financial Aid

Physical Address:
2800 Turk Blvd, Lone Mountain Main 339
San Francisco, CA 94118

Mailing Address and Scholarship Checks:
Attn: Financial Aid
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton Street, LMM 339
San Francisco, CA 94117

Phone (415) 422-3387

Fax (415) 422-6084