1. I am an entering first year student. When will I receive my financial aid materials?
Financial aid materials and instructions are available on our website. When we receive your $200 deposit, information on how to start your application will be sent to you.

2. Is my $200 acceptance deposit applied toward my Fall quarter registration fees?
Yes, your acceptance deposit will appear as a credit on your Fall quarter bill.

3. Some forms require a student ID number. How do I know what mine is?
Your UCLA Student ID number is assigned to you after you have paid your $200 acceptance deposit. However, if you are completing financial aid forms that require a UCLA Student ID number, simply leave that question blank, or write in your Social Security number underneath that space, if you have not received your 9 digit UCLA Student ID number.

4. What is the deadline for financial aid?
You will be notified of the FAFSA deadline we set. All application materials are due as soon as possible, once we notify you to begin the process. Late applicants may lose eligibility for some funds.

5. How do I know if I’m eligible for financial aid?
UCLA will assess your eligibility for financial aid by reviewing the information you report on your financial aid forms. Using your Estimated Family Contribution (EFC), UCLA will determine the amount of financial aid for which you are eligible.

Note: If your contribution exceeds the cost of education you can apply for the Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan to replace your student contribution.

6. Do I have to have good credit to receive a loan?
University and federal loans (Perkins and Stafford) are not based on your credit, although you cannot qualify for any loan if you are presently in default on a prior federal loan. However, you must be “credit-worthy” to receive any private loans. Credit-worthy does not mean that you must have an established credit history; rather, it means that you cannot have a negative credit history.

7. What happens once my financial aid application package is complete?
The Financial Aid Office at the Dental School will mail your completed packets to the Central Financial Aid Office for processing. Once your file has been processed, you will receive a Financial Aid Notification (FAN) to be completed and returned to the Dental School.

8. What if I submit false information when completing my financial aid forms?
Any false or misleading information given to establish eligibility for federal student aid may lead to a $10,000 fine, a prison sentence or both. In addition, misleading or dishonest representations in financial aid application materials will result in disciplinary action that may include dismissal from Dental School.

9. When are the university registration fees due?
Fall Quarter - September 20, Winter Quarter - December 20 and Spring Quarter - March 20

10. How do I pay my registration fees?
If you use a lender who is electronically linked to UCLA, and if your loan funds arrive on time, the loans will be applied to your Student Billing and Receivable (SBAR) account electronically to pay your fees. Lenders who are not electronically linked to UCLA (including all private lenders) send funds as a paper check; these are then mailed to you.

If for some reason your loan funds do not arrive at UCLA prior to the registration fee payment deadline, you may use your credit card or a personal check to pay the fees. Once your loan check arrives you will be reimbursed.

11. When will I receive the loan funds?
If you have completed the application and promissory note(s) in a timely manner, your loan funds should arrive at the school in time to pay your registration fees. Loans are released in three disbursements, one per quarter; federal regulations prohibit UCLA from releasing funds earlier than the beginning of the quarter. Keep in mind that Fall quarter is often a little tricky, and we recommend that you not rely on receiving your financial aid funds right at the beginning of the quarter; you may wish to set aside some savings to cover your initial expenses.

If you are having trouble meeting your expenses, please contact the Financial Aid Office at the School of Dentistry as early as possible so that we can help you avoid a crisis.

12. What if I borrow in excess of my tuition? What happens to the extra funds?
You may use funds in excess of your tuition to pay for living expenses, books, supplies, etc. When your funds are electronically transferred to UCLA, your registration fees will be automatically deducted, and any excess amount will be disbursed to you in the form of a refund check, or directly deposited in your personal bank account.

13. Can the financial aid refund be deposited directly into my personal bank account?
Yes. All students are eligible for direct deposit (Bruin Direct); you will be sent an application in the summer. Otherwise, your refund will be sent to you by mail.

14. What do I do with my previous education loans while I’m At UCLA?
Once you are registered, you may obtain a deferment verification form from your lender. Once completed, the Student Affairs Office at the Dental School will verify your registration and return that deferment form to your lender.