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An education at the University of Nevada, Reno prepares you for personal and professional opportunities. Let us help you.
Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF III)
The application period for HEERF funds has closed.
Estimate your costs
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships provides estimated student budgets for undergraduate, graduate and medical students. Use this information to learn more about budgeting for tuition, fees, room, meals, transportation and more.
Paying for college
There are several sources of financial aid to help students pay for their college education. This aid can come from the federal and state governments, the University, private sources and more. Learn more about financial aid options below.
Grants
Grants are a form of financial aid from the federal government you typically don't have to repay, such as the Pell Grant.
Scholarships
Scholarships are a form of financial aid you don't have to repay and come from multiple sources, including the University and private organizations.
Loans
Student loans come from the federal government and private sources and is money you borrow and have to repay with interest.
Work-Study
Federal Work-Study is a program that allows students to earn money by working part-time on-campus and in other settings.
Get help with your FAFSA
Join us for FAFSA Fridays
Every Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. we have staff online and ready to assist you with your FAFSA needs. This is a great opportunity to meet via Zoom to get help with submitting your FAFSA/IM application and/or subsequent forms related to the FAFSA.
FAFSA Fridays are staffed for extensive FAFSA assistance and may have a longer wait period during busy times.