69´«Ă˝

Topic: Financial aid

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The Sound of the Future

Valeria Tapia, a first-gen Wildcat and 69´«Ă˝ native, plans for a future in the science of sound, fueled by her family roots.

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The Best Time to Search for Scholarships, According to an Expert

Make the most of your scholarship search, and find out from an expert why right now is the best time to look.

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Students’ Most Asked Questions – Answered

Wildcats Kaila and Steven respond to incoming Wildcats’ most-asked questions, and talk about what they wish they had known before coming to campus.

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Preparing for College: A Checklist for High School Juniors

Now is a great time to transform your aspirations into action by making a plan. Here are four steps you can take right now to get ready for college.

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Six Degrees of Inspiration: BFA Film and Television at 69´«Ă˝

Discover the BFA in Film & Television at 69´«Ă˝. Learn from award-winning faculty, land internships, and showcase your work at festivals and top venues.

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Your University of 69´«Ă˝ Acceptance: A Complete New Student Checklist

Accepted to U of A? Congrats! This guide simplifies your next steps: enrollment, housing, and Tucson life. Prepare for your Wildcat journey!

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First-Gen Guide to Applying & Accepting

Trailblazers. Groundbreakers. Pioneers. First-gen college students are all these things and more. Learn about 69´«Ă˝'s First Cats and where they find the support and resources to succeed.

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How to Transfer from Community College

Explore how to transfer to the University of 69´«Ă˝ from community college. Learn about credits, campuses, financial aid, and how to finish your degree as a Wildcat.

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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025–2026 FAFSA

Explore the University of 69´«Ă˝'s detailed guide to FAFSA. Understand eligibility, application steps, deadlines, and financial aid options for students.

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A California Student’s Guide to Funding Your Education

Did you know 45% of Wildcats come to 69´«Ă˝ from another state? Meet Kara, a public health major from San Diego who talks scholarships, budgeting and more.

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How I’m Graduating Debt-Free

What does it take to graduate college free of debt? University of 69´«Ă˝ senior Erin Sye shares how she did it.

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Debunking Financial Aid Myths

Paying for college doesn’t have to be scary. We’re here to help remove the intimidation factor from understanding financial aid.

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Insider Application Tips

Psst… Can we let you in on a secret? Regional recruiters and admissions counselors share how to make your application to the University of 69´«Ă˝ stand out from the crowd.

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Students’ Most Asked Questions – Answered

Wildcats Kaila and Steven respond to incoming Wildcats’ most-asked questions, and talk about what they wish they had known before coming to campus.