UCLA Financial Aid
Over 60% of UCLA undergraduates receive financial aid, bringing the average net cost well below the sticker price of $15,700 (resident) or $53,302 (non-resident). Here's how the system works.
Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan
If your family earns under $80,000 per year and you qualify for financial need, UCLA's Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan covers your entire tuition and fees with grants and scholarships — no loans required. This is UCLA's most impactful aid program for California residents.
Types of Financial Aid
Grants
Free money that doesn't need to be repaid. Includes federal Pell Grants, Cal Grants, and UCLA institutional grants. Based on financial need.
Scholarships
Merit-based or need-based awards. UCLA offers the Regents Scholarship (full tuition), Alumni Scholarships, and departmental awards.
Work-Study
Part-time on-campus employment during the academic year. Federal Work-Study provides jobs at UCLA offices, libraries, and research labs.
Loans
Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans. Subsidized loans don't accrue interest while enrolled. Should be a last resort after grants and scholarships.
How to Apply
- File the FAFSA at studentaid.gov as soon as it opens on October 1. UCLA's school code is 001315.
- Submit Cal Grant GPA Verification — your high school counselor does this. Deadline: March 2.
- Check your UCLA Financial Aid portal (MyUCLA) for any additional document requests.
- Review and accept your aid offer when it arrives (typically April-June).
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