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New Students

Applying for merit-based scholarships and financial aid at University of Idaho is simple.

  1. Apply for Admission. Complete your application, and send your transcripts and test scores to the university. You will automatically be considered for merit-based scholarships. That’s it. No additional application is required.
  2. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for need-based scholarships and federal financial aid. Learn how to easily fill out your FAFSA.
  3. Accept your financial aid on VandalWeb.

Events for New Students

  • 6 p.m. PST Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 — Virtual FAFSA workshop for NEW students — Zoom

Register online to join us!

Continuing Students

You are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. No separate applications are required.

  1. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for need-based scholarships and federal financial aid.
  2. Accept Your financial aid on VandalWeb.

Events for Continuing Students

The 2024-2025 FAFSA is anticipated to be open by the end of December. We are hosting the following events to help you prepare now for the newly enhanced 2024-2025 FAFSA. Gain valuable tips for accurately completing the application as soon as it opens!

  • Noon PST Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 — FAFSA Workshop on Moscow Campus — Pitman 124
    Complete your FAFSA application with the help of our Financial Aid Counselors.

Net Price Calculator

University of Idaho’s Net Price Calculator is a tool that can help guide a prospective student and their family in estimating their financial aid options to pay for college, and what out-of-pocket funding, including aid options such as student loans, might be needed to finance an education. 

Use the Net Price Calculator

Do you have questions?

We have a knowledgeable staff ready to help you through the financial aid process.

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Student Financial Aid Services

Physical Address:

Bruce M. Pitman Center
Room 101

709 Deakin Avenue
Moscow, ID 83844

Mailing Address:
Student Financial Aid Office
875 Perimeter Dr
MS 4291
Moscow, ID 83844-4291

finaid@uidaho.edu

Phone: 208-885-6312

Fax: 208-885-5592