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Spring Payment Plan

Break your bill into multiple payments over the semester. Sign up for a payment plan.

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CU Boulder Scholarship Application

Apply now for multiple scholarships for Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 semesters with just one application.

Understanding your Financial Aid

Learn more about applying for aid, yearly costs at CU and other ways to pay for college. Register for a virtual event.

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FAFSA Open for 2026-27

Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year to be considered for aid.

  

How Aid Works

Learn how to apply for aid at CU Boulder

 

Paying for College

See more options for paying for college

 

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Making the decision to go to college is very important and how much it costs is usually part of the decision. We're here to help!

We know on average, 60% of undergraduate students receive some type of financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study and loans. Our advisors are available year-round to help you and your family understand the financial aid process so you can make informed decisions about your future. 

How do I...

    Check on my aid status

    Submit documents

    Get my refund

     Request a Parent PLUS loan

    Request a Graduate PLUS loan

    Find out how much money I've borrowed

       Repay my loans

    Know if I've done everything I need to do