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Whether you're an undergraduate or graduate student, we know cost is an important factor in your education decision. That's why the University of Nebraska at Omaha works hard to keep our tuition competitively priced. Making sense of financial aid is not difficult once you understand it. Learn more about the FAFSA.

UNO's FAFSA School Code: 002554

Important Updates

Information on Fall Disbursement: Starting with the Fall 2024 semester, financial aid disbursement will begin AFTER the financial aid recalculation date, Tuesday, September 3rd (the last day to drop a class via MavLINK and receive a 100% refund).

File your FAFSA by the priority deadline of June 1.

Learn more about changes to the FAFSA.

Scholarship Information

General Scholarship Application on MavLINK: Apply now for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Learn more about Incoming Students Scholarship Criteria

Connect with us!

After reviewing our website and connecting with our office, you will leave with your questions answered, feeling more knowledgeable and confident.

FAFSA Filing Questions? Contact EducationQuest Foundation

To reserve an appointment with a Financial Support Counselor:

Questions about the admissions process? Book an Appointment with an Admissions Rep

Questions about costs and net price? Check out our Net Price Calculator

We love questions! During the 2022 calendar year, our office answered over 15,000 calls, sent over 20,000 emails, and assisted over 2,800 students at our front counter.

Fall 2024 Disbursement Information

Learn more about financial aid options for the Fall 2024 semester.

Types of Aid

Start here by learning about the different types of aid.

Apply for Aid

Follow these steps to apply for financial aid.

Military and Veterans Benefits

Learn more about the various benefit options available to veteran and military affiliated students and dependents.

Special and Unusual Circumstances

Special and/or Unusual Circumstances may occur when your current financial or dependency situation is no longer accurately reflected on your FAFSA application. Learn more about your appeal options.

Tools and Resources

Whether you're a high school senior, a military veteran or a seasoned professional interested in developing new skills, we have resources available to help you plan.

Consumer Information

Learn more about the various consumer information disclosures to enrolled and prospective students, parents, employees, and the public.

MavCENT$ Financial Literacy Program

Managing your personal finances is an important step in financial health. Start here to access numerous financial tools to help you in your journey to financial wellness!