Financial Aid & Tuition
ABOUT FULL-TIME MBA
Introduction to Financial Aid & Tuition
An MBA from the Merage School opens doors and launches careers. We recognize that an advanced degree is a significant investment in your future. 80% of students receive scholarships. We offer a wide range of financial aid resources to help make your degree more affordable. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review the options available to you.
Please contact meragefinaid@uci.edu if you have any questions.
FINANCIAL AID & TUITION
Funding Support
There are loan options that can help with your tuition, providing financial flexibility to cover educational costs. These loans are designed to make your academic journey more accessible, allowing you to focus on your studies without the immediate financial burden.
Federal & Private Loans
Students have access to both federal and private loans to finance their education. Our advisors are available to guide you through the application process and help you explore the loan options that best fit your needs.
In order to be considered for federal financial aid as a graduate student, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and request that your information be sent to the University of California, Irvine, school code 001314. Once you have received your Financial Aid Award Notification, please go to the UC Irvine Financial Aid website indicated on your notification and select 'My Aid' in the top right-hand corner to complete the process.
Teaching Assistantships
Full-Time MBA students can seek Teaching Assistantships (TA) after their first quarter of study. Students apply in early Fall and must meet select university-wide requirements. A TA application and mandatory TA training must be completed prior to receiving any TA offer.
Native American Opportunity Plan
The University of California’s Native American Opportunity Plan ensures that in-state systemwide Tuition and Student Services Fees for eligible graduate students are fully covered for California students who are also enrolled in federally recognized Native American, American Indian, and Alaska Native tribes.
International Students
International students are encouraged to explore private loan options or external scholarships. While federal loans may not be available, we are committed to helping you identify resources that can support your education.
Military & Veterans
Veterans and active military members are eligible for financial assistance through the UC Irvine Veterans Services and other scholarship opportunities. Contact our office to learn more about the benefits available to you.
TUITION & FEES
What Does It Cost?
The program tuition is a significant investment in your future. We offer a breakdown of the costs, so you can plan accordingly. UC Irvine provides several financial aid resources to help make this investment more affordable.
Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and mandatory fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.
Program Tuition
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Scholarship Opportunities
Alleviate financial pressure to make your education more attainable and affordable.
The Merage School offers a range of scholarships to help students achieve their academic goals. These awards recognize academic excellence and financial need, providing valuable support to make your education more affordable. Explore the available opportunities and find the right fit for you.
ScholarshipUniverse
Visit our Scholarships & Endowments page for a full list of scholarship opportunities. One online application, submitted through ScholarshipUniverse, covers all campuswide and external scholarship opportunities at the Merage School.
Full Ride Scholarship Opportunity
The Merage School’s Full Ride Scholarship is extended to Full-Time MBA candidates who demonstrate the greatest potential for future success. The scholarship covers the program’s full tuition. Apply early for the best chance at securing this opportunity. Candidates are evaluated using the following criteria:
- Experience: Candidates should have 3 to 8 years of valuable work experience.
- Leadership: Recipients have demonstrated their ability to lead and inspire others in business.
- Project Management Skills: Ideal candidates have experience planning and executing complex initiatives.
- GMAT/GRE Test Score: To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a GMAT/GRE score.
USEFUL LINKS
Additional Resources
Explore additional resources such as financial aid counseling, budgeting tools, and guides on how to maximize your financial aid package.
State of California Disclosure: Federal student loans are available to most students regardless of income and provide a range of repayment options, including income-based repayment plans and loan forgiveness benefits, which other education loans are not required to provide.
Students considering student loans need to be aware of the differences between federal student loans and private student loans:
- Federal student loans are required by law to provide a range of flexible repayment options including, but not limited to, income-based and income-contingent repayment plans, as well as loan forgiveness benefits that private lenders are not required to provide.
- Federal direct loans are available to most students regardless of income. Other qualification criteria do apply. For more information, visit https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/eligibility.
- Private student loan lenders can offer variable interest rates that can increase or decrease over time depending on market conditions.
- The interest rate on a private loan may depend on the borrower's and/or co-signer's credit rating.
- Private student loans have a range of interest rates and fees and students should determine the interest rate of, and any fees associated with, the private student loan included in their financial aid award package before accepting the loan. Students should contact the lender of the private student loan or their financial aid office if they have any questions about a private student loan.
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