Submitting Documents
Webforms are submitted electronically. If you are required to submit a PDF you may choose from the following submission methods:
- Email - Submit documents using Contact An Expert.
- In Person - Visit Financial Aid Offices for our office hours.
- Drop Box - A drop box is available just outside Dutton Hall located to the left of the main entrance.
Processing Times
In general, please allow 3-4 weeks to process forms and 6-8 weeks for appeals. Any requested documents submitted after the initial review require the same processing time frames.
General Forms
Prior-Year Debt Online Request
For students who have been notified of a prior-year debt affecting their financial aid.
Release of Financial Aid Information to Third Party Individual(s)
Submit this electronic webform to request release of financial aid information to Third-Party Individual(s). For information regarding Third-Party Authorization, please visit our Privacy page.
Request to Pay Undergraduate Students
For departmental use when requesting payment to current UC Davis students. Be sure to read the corresponding instructions before processing the request for payment.
Support Letter for Graduate School Application Fee Waiver Request
Used to support a request for a graduate school application fee waiver.
Federal Title IV Authorization/Cancellation
Initial authorization is completed through MyAwards under the Requirements tab. The student may rescind or change the authorization by submitting a Federal Title IV Authorization form through Contact An Expert.
Verification
If selected for verification, we will request additional documents to verify the information on your financial aid application.
Self-Select for Verification
If you would like to select yourself for verification, please submit this form.
Parent Loan Revisions or Student Change in Aid Forms
Appeal Forms
Academic Participation Appeal / Supplemental Evidence of Academic Activity (SEVACT)
Used for submitting supplemental evidence of academic activity. Additional information can be found at participate.ucdavis.edu.
Athletic Award Appeal
Appeal form for athletes requesting reinstatement of their athletic award. Review our Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures for further details.
Parent Loan Revisions or Student Change in Aid Forms
Preliminary Unusual Circumstances Appeal
For admitted 2025-26 students before submitting the Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) to request a review of their dependency status.
Preliminary Student Aid Index (SAI) Appeal
For admitted 2025-26 students before submitting the Statement of Intent to Register (SIR). Deadline to receive appeal and all required documents: Freshmen April 26, Transfer May 26
Registration Late Fee Waiver Request
Used to appeal a registration late fee associated with delayed financial aid disbursement.
Unofficial Withdrawal Determination Appeal
Used for submitting documentation of continued academic engagement throughout the term. Additional information can be found at Return of Title IV Funds and Refund Policies.
Loan Forms
Private Loan Change
Submit this form to request to decline your offered loan(s) and have your Private Loan processed.
Emergency, Short-Term, and Assistant Loan Program
For students experiencing a temporary shortage of funds.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan Request Form
Used by students to apply for Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loans. Submit the webform at right or use the downloadable PDF.
Computer Purchase Request Form
Available during the academic year (October- May) as a Cost of Attendance Appeal.
Parent Loan Revisions or Student Change in Aid Forms
Parent Direct PLUS Authorization
Used by parents to update Parent Direct PLUS authorization of funds.