Financial Aid

Financial Aid for Students
The Office of Financial Aid assists students by awarding financial aid to help pay for educational expenses. Financial aid is available from federal, university and private resources.
Loans
Funds that are borrowed to help pay for educational expenses. Loans must be repaid, usually with interest.
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded based on a variety of factors such as academic achievement, major, talent, leadership, and/or financial need. Scholarships do not have to be repaid.
Military Options
If you are or were in the military, be sure to ask what your funding options may be.
Grants
UAG does not offer grants; we encourage students to research all the different organizations and foundations that help and award many grants dedicated to women, minorities, international students, etc. Grants do not have to be repaid.
US Direct Loan Program
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara is approved for its students to participate in the US Direct Loan Program for graduate and professional students. Our federal school code is G08147.
*IRS FORM 1098-T
The form is mailed to the student’s U.S. permanent address no later than January 31.
UAG cannot provide assistance regarding your eligibility for the tax credit. However, you can obtain information through your tax advisor or IRS Publication 970.
Contact us if you have any questions. We’re here to help. Financial Aid Counselors can be reached Monday through Friday from 9 am–5 pm (Central Standard Time) at the Financial Aid Office in San Antonio, Texas.
E-mail: fin_aid@uag.edu
Toll Free: (877) 858-7700
Financial Aid Office San Antonio – 110 Gallery Circle, San Antonio, TX 78258