Office of Student Financial Aid
The Office of Student Financial Aid offers assistance in helping you find ways to pay for college education. Whether you need help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), accepting Student Loans, information on Direct Plus Loans for parents, how to apply for scholarships, or information on alternative loans we are happy to provide support for you. If you need additional advice, stop by our office to speak with one of our staff members.
Have financial aid questions? You may send us an email with your questions to financialaid@shorinji-kempo.net and a member of our financial aid staff will assist you. If you would like to schedule an appointment for help with filing your FAFSA, or an in-person/phone consultation with a Financial Aid Advisor, please click here.
2025-2026 FAFSA UPDATE: The 2025-2026 FAFSA, used for the fall 2025, spring 2026, and summer 2026 semesters is now available to all students during the beta testing phase. This means, the application is available for students to complete now. However, schools may not begin processing completed applications until the first few months of 2025.
Federal Student Aid (FSA) will be hosting a Webinar Series about the 2025-2026 FAFSA on December 10th. This event will feature: a live demonstration of the 2025-2026 FAFSA form; an overview of the financial aid process, available programs, and funding sources; key facts and common myths about financial aid; a guide to creating and accessing your StudentAid.gov account; and a demonstration on where to find certain information on StudentAid.gov. Registration can be found here.
Student Financial Aid Office Events
*We will periodically update the above link with information regarding events on campus, such as our "Money Mondays" series and FAFSA filing events. Dates, locations, and times will be updated, so please check back for more information!
Endowed Scholarships
Endowed Scholarships Available at UNA. Students are encouraged to complete the scholarship application yearly.
Steps to Secure Funds
This information will walk you through the process of accepting your financial aid package for the current academic year.
Work Study
The University of North Alabama offers many varied opportunities for qualified students to work on campus during their college careers.
FAFSA Application
Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the first step toward getting federal aid to pay for college expenses.
PLUS Loans
PLUS Loans are loans that parents may be eligible for and can be used to cover a student's education expenses.
In-State Tuition
UNA In-State Tuition Includes Counties in MS and TN that are within 50 miles of Campus!