The federal financial aid application and all requested documentation should be submitted to the UCA Office of Student Financial Aid as indicated below. Federal financial aid includes Pell Grants, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, Direct Loans and Work-Study.
Fall | Spring | Summer | |
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Considered Priority You are more likely to receive limited funds such as the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) | December 15 | October 15 | April 1 |
Considered Early You will know the amount you are eligible to receive before the end of the spring term | April 15 | November 15 | April 15 |
Considered Late It is not too late to apply for federal aid but it makes it difficult for you to make a financial plan in a timely manner | July 1 | December 1 | May 1 |
Final Deadline There is a point at which it is too late to complete your file to receive federal aid for the term for which you are applying. | No later than two weeks prior to the end of the term for which the student is applying. This assumes the student will remain enrolled and attending at least half time for the entire term. |
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