Fund your future with confidence.

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How Student Aid Works

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Tuition and Costs

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Types of Aid

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Apply for Aid

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Accept Your Aid Package

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No matter where you are in your UB journey, understanding your financial aid options is key. We’re here to help you navigate your choices and find the best path for you and your family.

Personalized Guidance

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Every student's financial situation is unique. That's why we take the time to understand your circumstances and provide tailored advice specifically for you.

Compassionate Support

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Paying for college can feel overwhelming. Our financial aid experts are here to offer understanding, patience and support, so you can fund your education with confidence.

Help When You Need It

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Connect with a Financial Aid advisor—online or in person at 1Capen or 1Diefendorf. We’ll help you understand your options and make the most of your UB investment.

Affordability Meets Opportunity

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98%

First-year students
offered a financial
aid package

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98%

First-year students
offered a financial
aid package

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$430M

In scholarships and
financial aid
awarded annually

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$430M

In scholarships and
financial aid
awarded annually 

$1.2M

ROI of a UB education
over 30 years
(College Factual)

$1.2M

ROI of a UB education
over 30 years
(College Factual)

Diploma.

92%

Recent grads employed 
or in graduate school
(UB Next Survey)

Diploma.

92%

Recent grads employed 
or in graduate school
(UB Next Survey)

The 2026–27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is now available. You can complete the form to apply for financial aid for studies between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027.

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