Prospective First Year Students
Applying to the U? We are here to help with the scholarship and financial aid process. Follow these next steps to get started.
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Apply for University of Utah admission. Your admissions application is your university merit scholarship application.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Apply for University of Utah department scholarships. Currently, many on-campus organizations are transitioning their scholarships to ScholarshipU. We recommend that students check both ScholarshipU and AcademicWorks to ensure access to all available scholarship opportunities.
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Monitor your UMail account and visit your financial aid status page in the Campus Information Services (CIS) portal for any incomplete information
- Access and review your financial aid offer letter in CIS
freshman sCHOLARSHIP information
Upcoming Dates & Deadlines
| 2025-2026 FAFSA Now Open and Available to Complete |
| 2026-2027 FAFSA Now Open and Available to Complete |
| Fall 2026 Early Action Date for Admission: December 1, 2025 |