Welcome to the
Office of Student Financial Aid

The staff of the University of Maryland Office of Student Financial Aid is eager to assist you with obtaining financial aid to help you attain your academic goals.

Reminder - Complete your FAFSA

The 2012-2013 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be completed at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine your eligibility for grants, loans and Federal Work-Study. Our University School code is 002103.

Please complete the 2012-2013 FAFSA by using the prior year data if you are unable to file your 2011 federal income tax return.

Did you know there's a new tool called the IRS Data Retrieval?

Important Notices

2012-2013 Financial Aid Changes

The Budget Control Act of 2011 passed August 2, 2011 will impact federal loan programs here at the University of Maryland. These changes WILL NOT affect the amount of loan funding available. However, loan funding will become more expensive. Key changes affecting future federal graduate and undergraduate student loans can be found here.

Financial Aid Status

Current and first-time students please Check Your Financial Aid Status Online .

Direct Loan Program Information

If you have accepted a direct loan for the first time at UMCP, visit www.studentloans.gov to complete your required Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Note.

Direct Loan Program - PLUS Undergraduate Loans

All students must have a valid 2012-2013 FAFSA form on file before their parent can apply for the Undergraduate PLUS loan. For more information please click here.

Summer 2012 Financial Aid Information

Check here for Summer 2012 Financial Aid Information.