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How to Get Financial Aid for University of Phoenix

The University of Phoenix is an accredited school of higher learning, meaning that students are fully eligible to apply for financial aid with the federal government. By applying for financial aid, students can completely cover their tuition and cost of living expenses through grants and loans. If you're a new or continuing student at the university, to get financial aid you must complete the free, federal FAFSA application.

Instructions

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  Visit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid Web site and click on the "Start Here" button to begin the financial aid application process.
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  Follow the onscreen prompts, enter in the information they ask for, and click "Next" when you finish each page to continue.
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  Type "014593" into the "School Code" text box when asked, click "Next" and then follow the remaining prompts to complete the application.
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  Click "Submit" when you finish the application to submit it, and then wait for your financial aid award letter to come in the mail. It generally comes two to three months after your application submission.

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