General Consumer Information

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.

 FallSpringSummer
Considered Priority
You are more likely to receive limited funds such as the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
December 15October 15April 1
Considered Early
You will know the amount you are eligible to receive before the end of the spring term
April 15November 15April 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 1December 1May 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.