It’s important to pay attention to financial aid deadlines. Email us if you have questions or schedule a Zoom appointment. Remember you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year.
| Semester | Priority Deadline | Preferred Deadline | Final Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2026 | May 1, 2026 | May 1, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | July 1, 2026 | July 1, 2026 | November 1, 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | November 1, 2026 | December 1, 2026 | April 1, 2027 |
| Summer 2027 | May 1, 2027 | May 1, 2027 | July 15, 2027 |
| Fall 2027 | February 1, 2027 | July 1, 2027 | November 1, 2027 |
| Spring 2028 | November 1, 2028 | December 1, 2028 | April 1, 2028 |
FAFSA Deadlines
Final Deadline to file the 2023-2024 FAFSA: June 30, 2024
Final Deadline to file the 2024-2025 FAFSA: June 30, 2025
Which FAFSA Do I Submit?
| Semester Attending | FAFSA Required | Federal Tax Return |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | 2025-2026 | 2023 Federal Tax Return |
| Spring 2026 | ||
| Summer 2026 | ||
| Fall 2026 | 2026-2027 | 2024 Federal Tax Return |
| Spring 2027 | ||
| Summer 2027 |
Deadline Definitions
Priority Deadline
Submitting your FAFSA results to UA Little Rock by this date will enable you to be considered for maximum Campus-Based Financial Aid such as the Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) and Federal Work Study (FWS) funds.
Preferred Deadline
The following items must be complete by this date in order for your financial aid award eligibility to be determined prior to the payment deadline date(s) for the term:
- Your FAFSA results must be received at UA Little Rock; and
- UA Little Rock must have received all documents required to determine admission and financial aid eligibility; and
- You must be accepted for admission as a degree-seeking student.
If you do not meet this deadline, you will be responsible for making payment or payment arrangements by the published payment date(s).
Final Deadline
Your financial aid file must be complete by this date or you will not be eligible to receive financial aid funds for the term. Please note the June 30 deadline to file the FAFSA that applies to the summer term.