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Most students
get aid

56% of califrornia students have system-wide tuition and fees covered by gift aid
55% of undergraduates graduate debt-free
78% of student's aid comes in the form of grants and scholarships

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Financial aid for many family incomes

The UC system has scholarships and awards for family incomes up to $191,000. Learn more about the plan that meets your family's income below. Regardless, any family can use our financial wellness program.

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Incomes under $80,000

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Incomes from $80,000-$120,000

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Incomes up to $201,000

Loan applications open July 1 for the following academic year

International students can receive aid in the form of scholarships, alternative loans and short-term loans

If you are accepted to UC Davis, you will be able to view the amount of aid you are eligible for on the MyAwards website.

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