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Welcome to Student Financial Aid Services

Make the most of your time at University of Idaho without worrying about finances. Financial aid counselors are ready to answer your questions and guide your journey as a Vandal — no matter if you’re an incoming first-year, transfer, international or graduate student.

Have questions about tuition, financial aid or how to pay for college? Get answers or receive counseling on choosing the right types of aid, making financial decisions and other common concerns.

Phone: 208-885-6312
Financial Aid: finaid@uidaho.edu 

University of Idaho's FAFSA School Code: 001626

What is financial aid?

You’re investing in a college education — a decision that paves the way to your future and affects your lifelong earnings. You can get financial assistance from federal, state, school and private sources to pay for tuition, fees, room and board, books and supplies and other education-related expenses.

In general, academic merit and your or your family’s financial need influence your financial aid package. Before you apply, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to become eligible for multiple solutions.

Who is eligible for financial aid?

Student types eligible for aid are:

  • Undergraduates: Eligible for all aid programs
  • Second-degree undergraduates: Eligible for federal direct loans but not federal grants
  • Graduate and Law Students: Eligible for federal direct loans

Not eligible: Non-degree students, dual-credit students and Independent Study participants

Please note: All students must be enrolled at least half-time to receive for federal direct loans

Who can receive federal financial aid?

To qualify for federal financial aid, you must meet certain eligibility requirements. To maintain your financial aid, you’ll need to meet ongoing requirements.

For the latest FAFSA updates and official requirements, visit the official FAFSA websites.

Explore U of I’s FAFSA tips and virtual support options.

Complete your FAFSA

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Types of financial aid

Scholarships

Repayment isn’t required for this financial aid award that takes need, grades, other accomplishments and leadership into account. Find scholarships for incoming freshmen, transfer, graduate, law and international students now, including information about the Western Undergraduate Exchange.

You can apply for more scholarships at Scholarship Universe.

Work-study

Work study allows you to work toward your degree while working in a full- or part-time campus job funded through this state and federally supported need-based aid program. After accepting your award, head over to Handshake to browse positions and prepare to be interviewed before securing a role.

Learn more about what work-study entails

Grants

Your financial need may make you eligible for certain types of grants, including the Pell Grant. You typically don’t have to pay back this form of financial aid.

Learn more about grants

Loans

You may be awarded federal or private student loans as part of your financial aid package. Backed by the federal government, federal loans include Direct Subsidized, Direct Unsubsidized and Direct PLUS programs, while private loans tend to be issued through banks, credit unions or other organizations. Although terms differ, you’re expected to pay back your loan with interest during your schooling or after graduation.

Due to the repayment commitment, you must attend loan counseling before accepting your award to show you understand the terms and process.

Learn more about student loans

Scholarship funding is available

Looking at college options? Take advantage of scholarships at University of Idaho. Learn more about which scholarships are available and explore options for undergraduate, graduate and international students.

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Apply for financial aid

Submitting your application for admission is the first step. To maximize your eligibility for financial aid, fill out the FAFSA as soon as possible as this information will be used to determine funding sources when your application is reviewed.

  • Learn the steps for financial aid
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Financial aid tips

  • Follow all financial aid deadlines.
  • Do research on types of financial aid and understand how the process unfolds from start to finish. Take advantage of our Better Education About Money for Students (BEAMS) program and review how-to resources for more information about applying for aid.
  • Work with your financial aid counselor to discuss the full scope of financial aid solutions available at U of I.
  • Don’t just approve your award once you receive notification. Understand how aid will be applied and repayment terms before committing to your financial aid package.
  • Want to share your financial aid information with a family member? Complete the form to give consent (FERPA).
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Need personalized guidance?

Our financial aid counselors are available to help you with any questions or unique situations that you may have. 

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Completed your FAFSA?

Learn how to check for your financial aid award notification and accept or decline your financial aid awards.

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Contact our team

Our professional staff are available to help you with any questions or unique situations that you may have. Staff members are trained to help with budgeting, loan repayment options and any special or unusual circumstances that may arise in financing your education. We look forward to assisting you.

Schedule a call or virtual appointment with a financial aid counselor. Students and parents may schedule an appointment online. After you choose an appointment time, a member of our staff will email confirmation of your appointment.

If we have requested documents from you, go to MyUI as soon as possible to review what we need and submit your completed documents. This will help our office staff more quickly process your financial aid.

  • Students and parents can schedule an appointment to meet with a Financial Aid Counselor. All admitted and current students should use SlateConnect My Success to make an appointment.
  • In-office visits: Front counter open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific time Monday – Friday.
  • Phone: 208-885-6312
  • Fax: 208-885-5592
  • Financial Aid: finaid@uidaho.edu
  • FAFSA: FAFSAhelp@uidaho.edu
  • Work Study: finaid-workstudy@uidaho.edu

Please include your Vandal Number in your email.

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