Financial Aid Application Process
1. Apply for Financial Aid
The first step to apply for financial aid is to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), at . To complete the form, you and your contributors need to create a username and password, referred to as a FSA ID. You should include UTEP's school code of 003661. After your FAFSA is processed by the U.S. Department of Education, UTEP will receive your information to determine your eligibility for financial aid.
2. Additional Documents May be Required by UTEP
UTEP may require additional documents to determine your financial aid eligibility, log into the student portal with your UTEP credentials to review and submit any pending requirements as soon as possible.
3. Receive Your Financial Aid Award Offer
After all requirements have been completed, you will receive an award offer notification:
- New students will receive a Financial Aid award letter through the mail to their mailing address as indicated on the UTEP information system.
- Returning UTEP students will receive an award offer notification via your UTEP email account.
4. Review Your Student Loan Options
If you are eligible and decide to borrow a student loan, you can accept a partial or full amount in the award offer tab of . You will also need to complete a Master Promissory Note and an Entrance Counseling at .
5. What Happens Next?
After you have registered for classes at orientation, you can see your tuition and fees in your on demand statement. Ten days prior to the first day of class, financial aid begins to disburse for eligible students; your awards will be credited directly to your billing account. Any remaining funds after your balance is paid will be issued by Student Business Services (SBS) as a refund to help you pay for other educational expenses. To get your refund as fast as possible, sign up for direct deposit here; to check the status of your refund, .
If your financial aid is not enough to cover your tuition and fees, you will need to make payment arrangements.
UTEP Federal School Code: 003661