Financial Aid and Scholarships – MS ITM FAQ

Do you offer application fee waivers?

Do you offer application fee waivers?

The MS ITM Program doesn’t offer fee waivers. See Application Fees for additional information.

What is the difference between a grant and a loan?

What is the difference between a grant and a loan?

Grants are a form of gift. They do not need to be repaid. Loans must be repaid with interest. Loans can be both subsidized and unsubsidized. Please visit Office of Financial Aid for more information.

Are there any grants or financial aid (loans) available for International students?

Are there any grants or financial aid (loans) available for International students?

While international graduate students can receive merit based scholarships they are not eligible for need based grants through UT Dallas. International students can apply for loans, but they need a credit worthy cosigner who is a US citizen or permanent resident who resides in the United States. UT Dallas does not have its own loan […]

What is the deadline to apply for financial aid and what happens if I miss that deadline?

What is the deadline to apply for financial aid and what happens if I miss that deadline?

The deadline for submitting the FASFA and supporting documentation for the Fall 2017 is March 15, 2017. The Spring deadline is October 15, 2017. HOWEVER if you miss the deadline, you can still apply for financial aid. All applications are considered for federal loans. Because the federal Direct Stafford Loan is an entitlement program there […]

What are the Financial Aid application steps for domestic students?

What are the Financial Aid application steps for domestic students?

Complete the online application at this federal government website (do not go to the .com website as this is a private entity which will charge you a fee). FASFA (federal government) will send you by email a Student Aid Report (SAR) within approx. 3 business days telling you your expected contribution to your educational expenses. […]

Do I need to apply for scholarships separately or will I automatically be considered for scholarships upon admission?

Do I need to apply for scholarships separately or will I automatically be considered for scholarships upon admission?

Yes, you need to apply for JSOM scholarships here once you have been admitted.

What if I miss the deadline, my financial aid hasn’t been approved and I have to pay for my tuition to enroll in classes?

What if I miss the deadline, my financial aid hasn’t been approved and I have to pay for my tuition to enroll in classes?

Unfortunately you will have pay the tuition; however when the financial aid is approved you will be reimbursed very quickly for the tuition you paid (assuming you do end up qualifying).

Are there any Financial Aid tips to reduce delays?

Are there any Financial Aid tips to reduce delays?

Yes, the most common problem is that students delay applying and/or do not submit all the required documentation on a timely basis. Here is a list provided by the Financial Aid office with most common problems: Not checking your UTD email for information or document requests from financial aid office: forward your UTD email to […]

Do I need to be admitted at UT Dallas to apply for the scholarship?

Do I need to be admitted at UT Dallas to apply for the scholarship?

Yes, students need to be admitted at UT Dallas to apply for the scholarships.

I am an International Student and have taken the GRE. Can I still apply for Scholarships?

I am an International Student and have taken the GRE. Can I still apply for Scholarships?

Yes, students who have taken the GRE within the past 5 years and are admitted can apply for scholarships.

I am an International Student and have taken the GMAT. Can I apply for scholarship at the start of my degree?

I am an International Student and have taken the GMAT. Can I apply for scholarship at the start of my degree?

Yes, students who have taken the GMAT within the past 5 years and are admitted can apply for scholarships.

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