Financial Resources & Assistance
Scholarships, emergency funding, and financial advising for UC Merced scholars
Scholarships
Scholarships are gift funds awarded based on financial need, merit, academic achievement, special talents, or specific donor criteria. Scholarship funds do not have to be repaid.
Explore institutional awards offered by UC Merced as well as curated outside scholarship directories.
Emergency Aid
Provides assistance for current UC Merced students facing unexpected, unforeseen, and unavoidable financial emergencies such as accidents, illness, homelessness, fire damage, or temporary housing needs.
Currently enrolled students may apply after exhausting all other financial resources (loans, personal resources, payment plans). Emergency funds do not have to be repaid and cannot reimburse expenses already paid.
Need additional support?
If you are ineligible for UC Merced Emergency Funds or if funds are unavailable, reach out to the GSP Program Coordinator to see how the program can assist!
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships (OFAS)
The Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships is committed to helping scholars achieve timely degree completion by providing financial aid and advising services to keep a world-class education within reach.
- Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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