Financial Aid
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Applying for Financial Aid
If you haven’t already, complete the online application to LAPU. Following submission, we will review your application for eligibility for financial aid.
Create an FSA ID
- How to create your FSA ID.
- If have already created one but do not remember your password please visit the FSA ID website to reset your information.
- If you need help please call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).
Fill out the FAFSA
- How to complete your FAFSA.
- LAPU’s school code is 042788
- If you have already completed your FAFSA please just add the LAPU school code 042788 to your existing FAFSA.
- For any questions please call 1-800-4FED-AID (1-800-433-3243)
Apply for Federal Loans
If you plan to use federal direct loans to cover the cost of school:
- Complete your Federal Loan Student Loan Entrance Counseling
- Complete your Master Promissory Note (MPN).
(2 separate steps. Complete both.)
Create a StudentForms account
ONLY IF your FAFSA was selected for verification.
- How to create your StudentForms account.
- You will need your LAPU Student ID to create your account.
- Students at LAPU are not eligible to receive federal or state aid until all required documents have been submitted.
Financial Aid Timeline
- FAFSA Availability Date: The FAFSA form is typically available for submission starting October 1st each calendar year for the following academic year for which the student is applying.
- FAFSA Submission Deadline: The Federal deadline for submitting the FAFSA is typically June 30th of the end of the calendar year for the current academic year for which the student is applying.
- California State Grants deadline: The deadline for submitting the FAFSA and the GPA Verification Form is typically March 1st each calendar year for the following academic year for which the student is applying. Students can visit the California Student Aid Commission for additional information.
At Los Angeles Pacific University (LAPU) we offer two (2) start dates within each semester. If a student is starting in one of the six (6) start dates and the FAFSA is not
completed prior to the first week of classes, the student will need to pay out of pocket or set up a payment plan until the FAFSA is received and reviewed an
2024–2025 Disbursement Dates
Disbursement takes place during week 4 of each session. A printable PDF of the 2024-2025 disbursement dates is available for download here.
Fall 2024: September 3, 2024 – December 20, 2024
| FALL SESSION 1 September 3, 2024 – October 25, 2024 | Disbursement on September 23, 2024 |
| FALL SESSION 2 October 28, 2024 – December 20, 2024 | Disbursement on November 18, 2024 |
Spring 2025: January 13, 2025 – May 2, 2025
| SPRING SESSION 1 January 13, 2025 – March 7, 2025 | Disbursement on February 3, 2025 |
| SPRING SESSION 2 March 10, 2025 – May 2, 2025 | Disbursement on March 31, 2025 |
Summer 2025: May 12, 2025 – August 29, 2025
| SUMMER SESSION 1 May 12, 2025 – July 4, 2025 | Disbursement on June 2, 2025 |
| SUMMER SESSION 2 July 7, 2025 – August 29, 2025 | Disbursement on July 28, 2025 |
Options for Financing Your Education
Important Tips
- Always use your legal name on the FAFSA and all documents. Your legal name is the name on your Social Security Card.
- Apply early.
- Respond to all requests from Student Financial Services in a timely fashion.
- Keep copies of all documents.
- Use the Net Price Calculator (below) to get estimates of your need and aid
HOW DO I GET STARTED ON THE LOAN PROCESS?
Fill out your FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov, and complete the Loan Entrance Counseling and the Master Promissory Note at studentloans.gov. See the steps above for details.
WHAT IS THE FAFSA?
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is provided by the federal government and must be completed to apply for federal aid, such as grants and loans.
WHAT IS THE FAFSA SCHOOL CODE FOR LAPU?
Los Angeles Pacific University’s school code is 042788
WILL I QUALIFY FOR FINANCIAL AID THROUGH THE FAFSA?
To qualify for financial aid through the FAFSA, you must meet the following criteria:
- Must be enrolled as a student at least half-time for each term you are seeking aid.
- Can not be in default on a student loan.
- Can not have had any drug convictions while receiving federal aid.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen.
- For males, must be in compliance with Selective Service registration requirements.
WHAT TYPE OF FINANCIAL AID CAN I GET THROUGH THE FAFSA?
With your FAFSA information, LAPU is able to offer you a package of Federal Grants, State Grants, and Federal Direct Loans that will be comprised of Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans and PLUS Loans.
HOW MUCH IN LOANS WILL I BE OFFERED?
LAPU awards students based on their grade level, expected family contribution (EFC) from the FAFSA and cost of attendance (See the LAPU Catalog for more details for the cost of attendance). You can also use the Net Price Calculator to give you an early indication of how much and what types of financial aid you might qualify for.
HOW DOES MY INCOME AFFECT MY LOAN PACKAGE?
Your income is used as part of the formula in the FAFSA to determine your EFC (Expected Family Contribution). The EFC on your FAFSA will determine the amount of Federal Direct Subsidized Loans you will qualify for as an undergraduate student accepted into a financial aid eligible program of study.
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