FAFSA
The University of Montana uses the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine how much financial aid you're eligible to receive, which could include grants, scholarships, work-study funds and loans. You must apply for aid every year, but with the right information in hand, it's easy.
The 2024-25 FAFSA form is open now for students who are applying for aid for the 2024-25 academic year (July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025).
The priority deadline for submitting your FAFSA is April 1, 2024.
FAFSA Update: Your Financial Aid Offer
Due to the Department of Education’s delay in FAFSA processing, financial aid offers to students also have been delayed. UM will email you when your offer is available or if the Department of Education needs to recalculate your FAFSA. We urge you to check the status of your FAFSA here. You can also estimate your financial aid offer and cost to attend UM for the 2024-25 academic year using UM’s Net Price Calculator.
Understanding the FAFSA
Learn more about how the FAFSA works, what you'll need to to file your 2024-25 FAFSA and the truth behind common FAFSA myths.
Video: Applying for Financial Aid With the FAFSA Form
Need assistance completing your FAFSA?
UM's Financial Aid Office will work with you to ensure you have access to the resources you need to pay for college. If you need help filling out the FAFSA, call us at 406-243-5373 or email finaid@umontana.edu.
You can also schedule a free, private session with a UM Financial Education staff member by calling 406-243-2800. In-person, virtual and phone appointments are available. You can choose a 30- or 60-minute session.
Are you a current UM student who needs help with the FAFSA? Schedule an appointment online through your Navigate account.