ONCE YOU HAVE CHOSEN UC SAN DIEGO

Choosing to pursue your education at UC San Diego will be the start of something amazing. With planning, the right tools, and the support of our financial aid experts, you will be on the right track to successful financial well-being in college and beyond.

How Aid Works

NEW ADMITS: Accept your offer of admission in your Applicant Portal: beatriton.ucsd.edu/apply/status

Everything you need to manage your financial aid is under the financial aid portal on TritonLink. Check your account regularly to stay current with your finances and updated balance.

Verification

Verification helps to ensure financial aid awards are as accurate as possible. We are only able to disburse federal, state, and institutional aid after verification is complete. If you’re selected, verification will appear under the Required Documents and Tasks section in the financial aid portal on TritonLink.

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DISBURSEMENTS & REFUNDS

We have you covered with easy access to your funds.

• Aid begins disbursing around 10 days before the start of a term.

• Funds will first pay toward your bill directly on TritonPay.

• If your aid covers less than your bill, you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance.

• If your aid covers more than your bill (and your term balance is paid in full), you will receive a refund.

• Aid will be applied toward your tuition and fees first, then to housing (if living on campus).

• Be sure to sign up for Direct Deposit through TritonLink for quick and easy deposits of refunds.

Cost Of Attendance Appeal

• Your finances may change, and that’s ok! If you incur expenses during the academic year that are higher than standard, we may be able to increase your budget—and financial aid eligibility—with a Cost of Attendance (COA) Appeal.

• Expenses often considered include:

• Living expenses (including rent/mortgage and utilities)

• Books and supplies

• Transportation/travel

• Child care

• Computer

• Medical care/disability

• Additional course fees/expenses

• Other educationally related costs fas.ucsd.edu/forms-and-resources/forms