Financial Aid
Financial Aid
Get the help you need to achieve your goals.
We offer access to several forms of financial aid, grants and financial assistance programs. See below for the different forms of aid available.
Important Update on Financial Aid Processing
Recent regulatory changes resulting from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (commonly referred to as OB3) are requiring institutions nationwide to adjust their financial aid processing timelines. As a result, financial aid processing for the 2026–27 academic year will be delayed.
At this time, we estimate that 2026–27 aid processing will begin in early June. We recognize that this delay may create challenges for students and are actively working to implement the new requirements so that aid offers can be issued accurately and in full compliance with federal regulations.
While institutions continue to await final implementation guidance related to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, it is currently understood that loan eligibility will be subject to proration based on full‑time enrollment status. Students planning to use federal financial aid should carefully consider how loan proration and overall eligibility may impact their ability to cover educational costs in programs that are federally eligible.
We will continue to post updates as additional information becomes available.
If you would like to speak with a member of the Financial Aid Office, please use our Booking site to schedule an appointment and select the option that best fits your needs.
UCLA Extension offers five programs that are eligible for Federal Financial Aid. To be considered for federal financial aid, you must be enrolled in an eligible program, meet personal eligibility criteria, and successfully complete the application process. Courses that are not part of the approved program curriculum will not qualify for financial aid.
Private alternative education loans are continuing education loans made available by banks and private lending institutions, not by the federal government. The interest rates, fees, and repayment schedules vary from one lender to another, and eligibility is typically based on creditworthiness.
Displaced or disadvantaged workers may be eligible for financial assistance for UCLA Extension certificate programs through the U.S. Workforce Investment Act.
Find information on participating workforce investment boards, popular certificate programs, and enrollment instructions.
AmeriCorps is a service-mission-based organization. After completing terms of service, participants in AmeriCorps may be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award, which can be used towards courses at UCLA Extension.
Important Note
Enrolling in Classes
Students must pay course fees at the time of registration. UCLA Extension does not defer fees.
Students are also responsible for adhering to enrollment, drop and refund policies as published by Student Services.