Admitted Student Frequently Asked Questions

I am an admitted student entering in fall 2017. When will I be notified of grant and scholarship offers?

How do I know if my financial aid has disbursed?

How do I find my Tasks in the Communications section in the My Finances tab?

How do I know if I have a Hold on my account?

How do I get my refund?

How do I accept just a portion of the loans that I’m offered?

Do I have to report private outside scholarships that I’ll be receiving?

What are my options if I’m not approved for the Graduate PLUS Loan?

How do I pay my fees and tuition?

What is the Fee Payment Plan?

How much should I accept in loans to account for the origination fee?

What are the current interest rates and origination fees for Federal Unsubsidized and Grad PLUS loans?

If I don’t borrow loans the first semester, can I borrow loans in the second semester?

If I don’t accept the maximum amount of loans I’ve been offered, how do I accept additional amounts later?

Can I reduce or cancel a loan that I’ve accepted?

How is my financial aid eligibility determined?

How do I find my Estimated Cost of Attendance (COA)?

My Cost of Attendance (COA) is not reflective of my actual expenses. What should I do?

If I take out a private educational loan while at Berkeley Law, will the money be paid to me directly?

What aid is available for International students?

What other outside scholarship opportunities can I apply for?

How do I participate in Work-Study?

How do I defer my student loan payments while attending Berkeley Law?

How does interest accrue on Federal student loans?

Can DACA students who are eligible to complete a DREAM Act application be considered for work study?