Financial Aid | Student Financial Services

Understanding Financial Aid

Whether you’re just getting started or you're a current student managing existing awards, use the resources below to find information on applying for aid and scholarhips, receiving and paying with aid, meeting additional requirements, reassessing your situation, maintaining eligibility and more.

Find More Financial Aid Information

  • Types of Financial Aid
    Students have access to various types of financial aid such as scholarships, loans, grants, work-study, tuition waivers and more to help them pursue their education. Learn more about each type of financial aid.
  • Apply for Financial Aid
    Learn how to apply for financial aid.
  • Receive and Pay with Aid
    Learn more about the steps to take after applying for financial aid, including receiving award notices, disbursal of financial aid, paying with aid and more.
  • Scholarships
    There are hundreds of scholarships available to new and current UM students. Learn more about scholarship opportunities.
  • Additional Requirements for Financial Aid
    Some students have additional requirements that must be satisfied before they can receive financial aid. Learn more about these requirements.
  • Reassess My Financial Situation
    A student's financial situation often changes. We can help students navigate changing circumstances to get the financial aid needed to attend college.
  • Maintain Eligibility
    Once a student has received financial aid, they must be sure to maintain eligibility by meeting the conditions of their aid. 
  • Financial Aid Forms
    During your financial aid journey you may be required to submit additional documentation to complete your aid packages. 
  • Federal Aid Changes
    The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed July 4, 2025, introduces major changes to federal student loans beginning July 1, 2026. 

Tips for a Successful Financial Aid Experience

  • Timely submission of all required documents is crucial to ensure the smooth processing of financial aid and timely disbursement. Late submission may result in delays in financial aid processing, which could impact a student's ability to pay tuition and fees on time.

  • Students must regularly check their UM email for updates from Student Financial Services and to monitor their financial aid status on their (new students) and (new and continuing students). Important notifications, award offers and requests for additional documentation will be sent to their UM email address.

  • Clear and consistent communication between students and Student Financial Services is essential for ensuring a smooth financial aid process. Students are encouraged to reach out to Student Financial Services promptly if they have any questions or encounter any issues.

  • Student Financial Services at the 91次元 is committed to supporting students throughout the financial aid process. Students can reach out via phone, email or in-person visits for assistance with completing the FAFSA, understanding their financial aid package, or addressing any concerns or questions they have.

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