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The University of Iowa offers an affordable first-rate education. The Office of Student Financial Aid is here to assist you with the costs of your educational investment. Our committed team of professionals works in partnership with you, providing information on available options and assisting you with the various stages of the financial aid process.
This web site is dedicated to providing you and your family with the necessary tools to make informed decisions concerning financing your education. Our knowledgeable staff is eager to assist you and welcomes your questions.
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2012-2013 Carver Scholarship
In honor of Roy J. Carver who achieved success through initiative and hard work, twenty $5,200 scholarships will be awarded to students who will be starting their junior year Fall 2012. Apply now on the Roy J. Carver Charitable Trust website. You must also file a 2012-2013 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1, 2012 and before March 1, 2012.
Applying for 2012-2013 Financial Aid
Students must reapply for financial aid each year. The 2012-2013 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be available on January 1, 2012. It can be filed using estimated income information if actual information is not available. A Federal School Code (also known as a Title IV Institution Code) is required to complete the FAFSA. The University of Iowa Federal School Code is 001892. Financial aid at the University of Iowa is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis; therefore, it is important to complete the FAFSA (preferably by March 1, 2012) and submit all required documents as soon as possible after January 1, 2012. View our Step-by-Step Process web page for detailed information.
2012-2013 Financial Aid Application/Award Status
Beginning mid-February 2012, students will be able to check their 2012-2013 application status on ISIS. Information regarding their award status will be available beginning mid-March.
Higher Education Tax Benefits
Tax benefits may be available for qualified students or parents paying education costs. Information (including how to obtain a 1098-T form and the 2011 cost of attendance amounts for room and board) is available on the University Billing Office web site. Detailed information is available from the Internal Revenue Service, Publication 970, Tax Benefits for Education.
Spring Financial Aid Disbursement
The January U-Bill will show an estimate of all approved financial aid (except work-study). Scholarship and grant funds will be used to pay for contract charges before any loan funds. Excess financial aid (any financial aid over and above what is used for contract charges on the U-bill) will be refunded to the student by the University Billing Office beginning the first day of class (January 17 for most students).
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Prospective undergraduate students may use Net Price Calculator to estimate their cost of attendance and financial aid for which they may qualify.
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The Office of Student Financial Aid is on Facebook. Check out our page to find information, helpful financial aid tips, and answers to frequently asked questions.
On-Line Managing Your Money Course
Everyone likes to think they won't make mistakes with their money; however, making unwise decisions about managing money now could have a negative impact on future financial situations. This on-line course introduces basic concepts and practices of money management as well as prevention of financial problems commonly associated with college life, including credit and student loans. Register for this one-hour on-line course (407:008 Managing Your Money) on ISIS.