Utah State wants to help you invest in your future. No matter your situation, it's not too early to start thinking ahead. Start now. Utah State awarded over $50 million in scholarships and financial aid last year. Applying is easy if you follow this step-by-step guide. Apply Early - Some aid is generally available only to the earliest applicants. To get the best package of aid, complete the application as soon after the first of the year as possible. Deadlines are published at www.usu.edu/finaid/deadline.html For more information visit www.usu.edu/finaid.

Apply for admission to USU. Financial aid awards can only be made to those students fully- admitted into a degree-seeking program.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov or mail in a paper application. (FAFSA applications can be completed prior to being officially admitted to the University.) Paper applications are available through the Financial Aid Office, but applying through the mail is much slower and more prone to error and delay. Using a federal PIN to sign your FAFSA will save weeks of time. You and your parents can get a PIN at www.pin.ed.gov.

 

Check out Scholarship Opportunities: Applying for scholarships is just as easy as applying for admissions. Simply fill out the Application for Undergraduate Admission and Scholarships, and you will be considered for all scholarships for which you qualify. Visit www.usu.edu/admissions/scholarships and www.usu.edu/finaid/scholarship for more details.

Check out Student Employment: Anyone can apply for the part-time or temporary jobs at Utah State. Visit www.usu.edu/studemp for a current list of openings.

"One out of two students receives some form of financial aid at Utah State University."

Financial Aid at a Glance


Federal Pell Grants: A Pell Grant, unlike a loan, does not have to be repaid. Pell Grants are only awarded to undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor's or professional degree.

Federal Perkins Loans: A Perkins Loan is a low-interest (5%) loan for both undergraduate and graduate students. Repayment begins nine months after you cease to be enrolled at least half-time.

Federal Stafford Loans: A Federal Stafford Loan is a low-interest loan for both undergraduate and graduate students. The federal government pays interest on subsidized Stafford loans until repayment begins. Interest on unsubsidized Stafford loans (available to less needy students) starts accruing interest when a student receives the first disbursement. Repayment on a Stafford Loan begins six months after you cease to be enrolled at least half-time. In addition, Utah lenders offer the best student loan benefits in the country.

Work-Study: Work-Study students can often earn money in a job related to their major. How much you earn depends on your skills and experience and the number of hours you work (usually a maximum of 20 hours/week). Work-Study funds are generally awarded to the earliest applicants.

Student Employment: The Student Employment Office helps students, non-students and student spouses find on-campus, work-study, and summer employment. Anyone can apply. Visit www.usu.edu/studemp for a current list of openings.

Scholarships: Undergraduates: Visit www.usu.edu/admissions/scholarships and www.usu.edu/finaid/scholarships for details. For a complete list, check out the catalog. The catalog can be purchased in the Bookstore or via Express-A-Book (1-800-662-3950).

Graduates: Many sources of aid for graduate students are listed in the USU Graduate Catalog. The catalog can be purchased in the Bookstore or via Express-A-Book (1-800-662-3950).