You've got questions. We have answers.


Whether you're an incoming freshman, a transfer student, or a current undergrad, you've got questions about financial aid. Well, we've heard them all. And we've made getting the answers as easy as possible.

Explore this site to discover the kinds of aid that are available and how you can apply.

Please make sure you check your ZotAid portal to stay updated on the status of your application. We'll be sending you e-mails to remind you of all the deadlines.

When you work hard, you deserve a reward


Sure, we award scholarships for outstanding academic achievement. But we also take into account things like your financial need, your major, special skills, leadership positions you hold, campus and community activities, work experience, even where you live.

However you qualify, it's all about encouraging you to be the best student and person you can be. And that's kind of rewarding in itself. Take a look at a few of your options to get started.

Contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships


If you’ve got a question about financial aid at UCI, we have an office dedicated to helping you answer it.