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Frequently Asked Questions
The Financial Aid Office receives many calls from students and parents with questions about financial aid. We've put together some of the most frequently asked questions here for your convenience. If you don't find the answer you're looking for here, feel free to call us. Our telephone staff are friendly and helpful, and well informed about financial aid.
Why isn't my Master Promissory Note (MPN) showing up as satisfied on my eFAN? I turned it in already.
For the 2008-2009 academic year, the Financial Aid Office will begin retrieving and processing MPNs after July 1, 2008. At that time the MPN requirements will be updated on the student's eFAN.
Will financial aid pay my fees on time?
Financial Aid will disburse to your account approximately 10 days before the first day of instruction for each quarter. The funds will go toward paying your outstanding balance. If there is not enough money to cover the balance due, you are responsible to pay the remainder amount by the fee deadlines.
Reminder: All financial aid documents must be received and requirements satisfied before financial aid can disburse. Check the status of your financial aid through eFAN.
Do I have to sign up for Direct Deposit?
The Financial Aid Office encourages all students to sign up for Direct Deposit online at directdeposit.ucdavis.edu.
Beginning July 1, 2008, new federal regulations state that financial aid checks must be picked up within 21-days of issuance, or risk forfeiture. Direct Deposit helps to avoid long lines, trips to the bank, and lost checks. Sign up today.
I signed up for Direct Deposit at UC Davis. When will my financial aid funds be deposited to my account?
For quarterly disbursement dates visit the Financial Aid calendar page at financialaid.ucdavis.edu/undergraduate/ugcalendar.html. To check on your Direct Deposit registration, visit studentaccounting.ucdavis.edu/directdep.cfm
When will my financial aid check be available?
Financial Aid checks will be available to pick up at Student Accounting, 2100 Dutton Hall (2nd floor, front of the building). Visit the Financial Aid calendar page for specific dates for each quarter: Financial Aid calendar page. If the amount of your financial aid is less than the amount owed to the University, you may not have a financial aid check available. Always check My Bill before you go to pick up a check.
When should I apply for financial aid for the 2008-2009 academic year?
Apply Now! The priority filing period for the 2008-2009 FAFSA on the Web is January 1 - March 2. Cal Grant applicants should submit the GPA Verification Form by March 2 (March 2, 2008 is a Sunday, applications postmarked Monday, March 3, 2008, or earlier will be accepted as on-time.)
I noticed March 2 is on a Sunday this year. Will CSAC accept a postmark date?
Yes! Because March 2, 2008 is a Sunday, applications postmarked Monday, March 3, 2008, or earlier will be accepted as on-time.
My parents don't claim me on their taxes or provide for my education and expenses, can I claim independent status on my FAFSA?
On the FAFSA it states the criteria for independent status. To be considered an independent student for the 2008-2009 academic year you must meet one of the following criteria:
- you must have been born before January 1, 1985
- (at the beginning of the 2008-2009 academic year you will be) working on a master's or doctorate program
- married
- have children who receive more than half of their support from you
- have dependents (other than children/spouse) who live with you and receive more than half of their support from you
- be an orphan or ward of the court or
- currently serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than training
- be a veteran of the US armed forces
Where can I obtain information about tax credits for tuition and fees?
For information about tax credits for tuition and fees, visit the Student Accounting web site at studentaccounting.ucdavis.edu/tax.cfm.
How can I defer my housing reservation fee?
Please contact the Student Housing Accounts Office at (530) 752-2481 to discuss your options.
Can I still turn in my FAFSA even after the March 2, 2007 priority deadline?
Yes, you can turn in a FAFSA for the 2007-2008 year until June 30, 2008.