The 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which covers the Fall 202 and Summer 2027 terms, is now available. Utah State University encourages students to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid delays in aid processing or limited funding.
Types of available federal aid
Federal aid at USU includes grants, which typically do not require repayment unless specific program requirements are not met. The Federal Work-Study Program allows eligible students to earn money through part-time employment with wages meeting at least minimum wage requirements. Additionally, federal student loans provide borrowed funds that must be repaid with interest.
Student eligibility requirements
To be considered for this aid, students must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens admitted into a degree-seeking program at USU. Eligibility is determined by federal regulations and the information provided on the FAFSA.
Submission recommendations and communication
The university recommends submitting the FAFSA two to three months before an intended enrollment term. Students should also monitor their email and text messages for communications regarding verification or aid offers. Official emails from the financial aid office are sent from financialaid@usu.edu or verifyfafsa@usu.edu, while SMS notifications come from (855) 711-0017.
Important FAFSA school code
For the FAFSA submission, the USU school code is 003677.
Maintaining financial aid eligibility
To maintain eligibility, students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and enroll in eligible coursework by required deadlines. Changes in enrollment, such as dropping classes or withdrawing, may affect financial aid amounts.
