Announcements & Updates


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FAFSA Update

On January 30, 2024, the Department of Education announced that it will not send student FAFSA data to schools until at least mid-March. Learn more about this on our FAFSA News page. Even though there is a delay on the Department of Education’s side, you should still complete your FAFSA as soon as you’re able. See below for tips on how to get started.

The 2024-2025 FAFSA is Live!

The Department of Education has started the soft launch of the 2024-25 FAFSA form. During this time, they will monitor site performance and respond in real time to any potential issues impacting the applicant experience. During the soft launch the Department will be initiating pauses to the site, during which time the form will not be available while they make improvements.

Leading up to and during the soft launch, the Department uncovered some minor issues affecting users at various points in the application process, which is to be expected with the launch of a major new website. They are addressing these issues and will continue to monitor for additional issues users may encounter during the soft launch.

Following are some things you can do to ensure a successful FAFSA submission.

  • Review UTD’s FAFSA Simplification Page.
    • In particular, read the section and watch the video related to the new term “Contributor”.
  • Gather the documents needed to apply.
    • You might need the following information or documents as you fill out the 2024-25 FAFSA form:
      • Your parents’ SSNs if you’re a dependent student
      • Tax returns
      • Records of child support received
      • Current balances of cash, savings, and checking accounts
      • Net worth of investments, businesses, and farm
  • Make sure each contributor to the FAFSA has their own email address.
    • Contributors who use the same email address will not be able to successfully complete the FAFSA.
  • If you or your parent(s) don’t already have an FSA ID, create one before starting the FAFSA.
    • Whether you’re a student, parent, or borrower, you’ll need to create your own account to apply for, receive, and manage your federal student aid.
    • Go to the FSA Create an Account website to create your account, preferably at least three days before filling out the FAFSA.
  • Try to complete the FAFSA at one time, from start to finish.
    • It may take anywhere from 10 minutes to about an hour to complete.

After all sections of the online FAFSA form are completed and submitted, you will receive a confirmation email noting your submission date, your estimated Student Aid Index (SAI), and estimated Federal Pell Grant eligibility. However, you will not receive a FAFSA Submission Summary (FSS) until FSA processes your FAFSA/

UTD will not begin to receive students’ FAFSA information until at least the middle of March. This is a change from the late January timeframe previously stated.

When we receive your FAFSA information, we will send a confirmation email to your UTD email account. If we need additional information, we will let you know at that time.

UTD’s financial aid priority deadline for FAFSA submissions this year has been extended to May 1, 2024.

Additional information and resources are available on FSA’s Filling Out the FAFSA® Form website.

2024-25 Paper TASFA is Available!

The 2024-25 TASFA form has undergone several updates to more closely align with the new 2024-25 FAFSA. The paper form is now available on our Forms page and on the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board website.

The online TASFA is not currently available. We encourage students to complete the paper TASFA to avoid processing delays.

UTD’s financial aid priority deadline for TASFA submissions this year has been extended to May 1, 2024.

Spring 2024 Updates

Disbursements

  • Financial aid for each semester begins to disburse on or near the first day of classes.
  • Financial aid will not appear on your Bursar bill until it has disbursed.
  • See more information on our Disbursements and Refunds page.

Financial Aid Offers

  • Financial aid award offers for the 2023-2024 academic year are ongoing. Expected time from completed application to notification is approximately three (3) weeks.
  • Check your Orion Student Center Tasks tile to make sure we’re not asking for any additional information. Visit the Check Your Status page to see instructions on how to do this.

Accepting Aid

  • Make sure you accept all the aid you wish to receive. See the “How to Accept Your Aid in Orion Student Center” section below for instructions.
  • Accepting Federal Direct Loans for the first time is a multi-step process. See details on our How to Accept Loans page.

Bursar Balances

  • You can determine your balance due by subtracting the amount of spring financial aid from your total balance due.
  • Questions regarding your balance due, payment options or the refund process, should be directed to the Bursar Office at bursar@utdallas.edu or 972-883-2612.
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Common Services & Information


How to Accept Your Aid in Orion Student Center

Navigation to viewing or accepting your aid:

Complete your Financial Aid Application

The 2023-2024 FAFSA and TASFA, used for fall 2023, spring 2024 and summer 2024, are still available. To determine which form you should complete, visit our Eligibility page or the College for All Texans website.

  • You can access the FAFSA online at studentaid.gov
  • You can access the TASFA on our Forms page.

Visit our Deadlines page for information on our priority deadlines.

How to Submit Documents

To submit documents we’ve requested on the To Do list in your Student Center Tasks tile, use the Financial Aid Uploader tool on our Forms page.

All other documents can be submitted to our office using one of the following methods:

  • Email: financial-aid@utdallas.edu – To protect your personal information, please use your UT Dallas email when submitting documents
  • Fax: 972-883-6803
  • In-person drop-off: Student Services Building, first floor Drop Box

Enrollment Status

For financial aid purposes, your enrollment status (e.g. half-time, three quarters-time, full-time, etc.) is determined based upon the number of financial aid-eligible semester credit hours in which you enroll, as well as your academic level.

Read more about enrollment status.

Changes to Your Family’s Financial Situation

The UT Dallas Office of Financial Aid recognizes the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the burden it has placed on many college students and their families. If you or your parents have experienced a significant financial change, you may be eligible for a reconsideration of the financial aid offered to you. Check out our Special Circumstances video for more information.

Taking Classes at Another School

Are you registered for classes at another school at the same time you are attending UT Dallas?

  • If you are eligible for the Federal Pell Grant program, you can receive this grant at only one school at a time.
  • You must notify us if you are receiving federal or state grants or loans from another school while attending UT Dallas.
  • UT Dallas will process financial aid for your registered UT Dallas classes. We do not process financial aid for classes taken at other schools.
  • For academic requirements regarding the ability to transfer off-campus coursework, see your academic advisor.

FAFSA School Code

009741

Mailing Address

The University of Texas at Dallas
Office of Financial Aid
800 W Campbell Rd ROC22
Richardson, TX 75080-3021

Contact Us

financial-aid@utdallas.edu
972-883-2941 (office)
972-883-6803 (fax)

Monday – Friday
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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