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How to Apply

Apply early to meet all deadlines. Follow these instructions to be considered for every need-based financial aid program available:

  • For an estimate of financial aid eligibility, prospective students may use the net price calculator.
  • The Financial Aid priority deadline for returning students is April 1. To apply for need-based aid programs, for financial aid, new and returning students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after Oct. 1 as possible for the upcoming academic year.
  • Students (and parents of dependent students) must electronically sign the FAFSA. “University of Tampa, Tampa, FL” must be listed on the FAFSA for UTampa to receive your results. UTampa’s FAFSA school code is 001538.
  • After the FAFSA is submitted, applicants will receive an email with a link to a FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) from the U.S. Department of Education to the student's email address provided on the FAFSA. Students should review the FSS for accuracy, and submit corrections online, if necessary.
  • Your FAFSA may be selected for verification by the federal processor. If your FAFSA is selected, you will be asked to submit additional documents to the Financial Aid Office,* such as copies of IRS tax return transcripts, or statements confirming benefits, etc. Eligible non-citizens may be asked to provide copies of their Resident Alien Cards or other proof of immigration status.
  • The FAFSA is required to determine eligibility for federal student aid programs (including the Pell Grant), and need-based institutional and Florida aid programs. In addition to filing the FAFSA, students who reside in a state other than Florida should check with their guidance office about how to apply for grants from their home state.
  • Florida residents must complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) before graduating from high school to be considered for one of the lottery-funded Bright Futures Scholarships.

Students must be admitted to The University before the Financial Aid Office may make a financial aid award.

*The Financial Aid Office has contracted with ProEd to provide some FAFSA services, including verification processing. More information is available on our website: www.ut.edu/financialaid/notification/.