Student Financial Support | USU Utah State University sites use cookies. By continuing to use this site you accept our privacy and cookie policy Skip to content Federal Aid at USU Utah State University has three residential campuses, 30 locations across the state, and nationally ranked online degree programs. USU is affordable, accessible and waiting for your application. Federal Aid Federal aid is financial assistance provided by the federal government through grants, work-study, and federal loans. The amount you are eligible for in each category is determined by the information you provide on your FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Please take time to review the information and steps on this page which will help you navigate the FAFSA and federal aid. Note: All students are encouraged to apply for the FAFSA. Some scholarships require the completion of this federal aid application to determine eligibility. Grants A grant is a form of financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund, or you receive a TEACH Grant and don’t complete your service obligation). Discover More Work-Study The Federal Work-Study Program allows you to earn money to pay for school by working part-time. You’ll earn at least the current federal minimum wage. However, you may earn more depending on the type of work you do and the skills required for the position. Explore More Federal Loans A loan is money you borrow and must pay back with interest. If you apply for financial aid, you may be offered loans as part of your school’s financial aid offer. It is important to understand your repayment options so you can successfully repay your loan. Invest In You Applying For Federal Aid As long as you are a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen who is admitted into a degree-seeking program at USU, you are eligible for federal financial aid. If you are not seeking a USU degree or certificate, please to evaluate your eligibility for aid. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Education has prepared an online eligibility checklist and a student aid estimator Submission Deadline The FAFSA needs to be completed each year you wish to receive aid. As of October 1, 2025, t he 2026-27 FAFSA (covering Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027) is open We strongly encourage you to submit your FAFSA as early as possible, since processing times can vary. If you’re selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education , or if your marital status changes after you file , additional time will likely be required—especially while you gather and submit documentation. Some applications are completed within one to two weeks, but others may take significantly longer, depending on federal requirements or the need to complete missing information. To minimize delays, submit your FAFSA two to three months before your intended start date; however, you still have the option to submit during the semester you’ll be enrolled. Transfer Student If you borrowed Federal Direct Loans at your previous school, your loan eligibility may be limited for the current academic year. Please be aware of federal student loan limits . Federal Pell Grants also have a lifetime limitation Getting Married Soon? If you are getting married, and need help updating or filling out the FAFSA as a married student, please review these instructions on how to update your FAFSA for marital status changes. This update can also be used if your marital status has changed from married to divorced. If you need further assistance, please Submit Your FAFSA Visit Federal Student Aid to submit your FAFSA. The USU school code for the FAFSA is 003677. In some cases, portions of the FAFSA may already be filled out if you applied the year before. You will need to update only financial information respective to the tax year requested and review the rest for accuracy. Paper applications are also available through Student Financial Support. Applying through the mail may be slower and more prone to errors. Don't pay for FAFSA! Our office offers help with FAFSA preparation and submission for free. Don't let the FAFSA intimidate you. We are here to help you! Unlock Your Aid Options Learn more about the upcoming changes in Federal Aid with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) Financial Aid Next Steps Follow these steps to receive your aid: Review your Student Aid Report After submitting your FAFSA, a FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) will be available. If you provide a valid email address, you’ll receive an email from donotreply@studentaid.gov with instructions on how to access an online copy of your FSS. Please review this report for any processing problems. If you don't provide a valid email address on your FAFSA form, you will receive either a paper FSS or a FSS Acknowledgement via postal mail. Check Your Email & Text Messages Emails come from financialaid@usu.edu and SMS text messages come from (855) 711-0017. Incoming Aggies: Please check the email you used to submit your FAFSA and any emails you have provided to USU. Continuing Aggies: Please check your USU student email We will email and text you: If there is information on your FAFSA that needs to be verified. Your Federal Aid Offer. Review your Federal Aid Offer. If your family's financial circumstances have changed due to extenuating circumstances or if you have unusual expenses, please contact your Federal Aid Counselor to discuss an appeal Accept Your Aid After you receive your Financial Aid Offer, visit the following pages to learn which steps you need to take to accept your aid: Grants Work-Study If you were not offered Work-Study, it is not too late to request Work-Study and see if you are eligible. Federal Education Loans Update Your USU Preferences Assign delegates - Privacy restrictions require that you set up your parents, spouse, or someone else as a delegate if you want them to speak on your behalf or have access to your financial aid information. Set up Direct Deposit - This will facilitate the process of refunding money to you in the future. Set up your Security Phrase - When you call our office, a security phrase is required to access information about your account. Update your mailing address – a valid mailing address is required for important notifications. Requirements To Maintain Your Aid Receiving Federal Aid (grants, work-study, or federal loans) comes with Rights and Responsibilities . The Department of Education requires certain Academic Standards and Progress to remain in good standing. If you have any questions or need clarification on any of these terms, please don't hesitate to contact us or meet with your Federal Aid Counselor We are here to help! Apply For Scholarships Visit the Student Financial Support scholarship page to apply for scholarships FAFSA Applying For Federal Aid Submission Deadline Transfer Student Getting Married Soon? Submit Your FAFSA Accept Aid Loan Repayment 24-25 FAFSA Changes Upload Documents Additional Federal Aid Resources Federal Aid Deadlines Federal financial aid is time sensitive. Familiarize yourself with FAFSA processing deadlines to increase your access to federal aid. Cost of Attendance Your USU costs depend on your degree and housing. Check USU's estimates for your personalized cost. Consortium Agreement A consortium agreement lets schools share credits and enrollment details so you can get federal aid at USU. Federal Aid Appeals Life changes happen! If your federal aid no longer fits your finances, visit this page to explore appeal options. Summer Aid Federal aid may be available for summer semesters at USU. Private Loans Explore private education loans, application steps, comparisons, and lenders. Federal Aid Rights & Responsibilities Summary of your rights and responsibilities as a federal aid recipient. Academic Requirements for Federal Aid Learn what it means to stay eligible for federal aid, which differs from USU's academic requirements. Federal Aid Participation Requirements Federal aid requires academic participation. Learn how USU tracks it and what to do if you're asked to provide proof. Early Withdrawl Federal aid requires academic participation. Learn how USU tracks it and what to do if you're asked to provide proof. Consumer Information USU must follow federal regulations to stay eligible for Title IV student aid programs through the U.S. Department of Education. College Financing Plan Your financial aid offer is also available as a college financing plan, a standard format from the U.S. Department of Education to help you make informed school decisions.