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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Fund Your Future

A UC Davis degree is worth it and our undergraduate financial aid program is one of the best out there. Our expert team is here to help you find options that are best for you. That way you can focus on what matters most — your education.
 

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53.1%

53.1% of CA undergrads receive aid to cover tuition and fees

62% of undergrads graduate debt-free

62% of undergrads graduate debt-free

62% of undergrads graduate debt-free

62% of undergrads receive aid (average $25,534 per award)

Understand Your Aid Options

Financial aid includes more than you might expect. Learn about different options and create the right plan to pay for your education.

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Support designed for your family

UC Davis offers financial aid programs that reflect UC’s commitment to affordability and predictability for California students. Many families who qualify pay no tuition and receive additional support for expenses like housing, food and books. Our tuition assistance programs ensure that more students can pursue their educational dreams.

Dates and deadlines

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Oct. 1

FAFSA and CADAA applications open.

March 2

Financial aid priority deadline to submit FAFSA or CADAA applications. 

May 1

Deadline for first-year students to submit their Statement of Intent to Register, or SIR.

June 1

Deadline for transfer students to submit their Statement of Intent to Register, or SIR.

July 1 

Loan applications open for the following academic year.

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