Keep an eye on the calendar

There are many dates during the semester that require attention for Financial Aid recipients. These are just a few of the up-coming important items.

Also, check the Academic/Registration Calendar for additional dates and information.

Winter 2026 (W25/26)

Bookstore Purchases with Financial Aid

Financial aid is available to use for purchases in the bookstore 3 times during the semester. The first open window/time is for all students. The 2nd & 3rd windows/times are for students registering after the semester starts. (You can see your financial aid fund availability in the anticipated aid column under the Account Activity section of Student Finance in MyBackpack.)

For more information about using financial aid for bookstore purchases view, "Bookstore Purchases Using Financial Aid"

Timeframe Date(s)
Mini-Mester 12/15/2025 - 12/26/2025
15 Weeks / 1st half courses 12/15/2025 - 01/23/2026
Late start courses 01/25/2026 - 02/23/2026
2nd half courses 03/02/2026 - 03/23/2026

Date of Record:

You must notify Financial Aid of any classes registered on or after this date in order to see if you're eligible to have your funds to pay out.
Timeframe Date(s)
15 Weeks 01/21/2026
1st half 01/21/2026
Late start 02/24/2026
2nd half 03/24/2026


Financial Aid Change and New Loan Request can be made at MyBackpack

Date(s)
TBA