Financial Aid

For D.D.S. and PPID Students

Let Us Help You with Financial Aid

We have several financial aid options available and are here to help you in navigating through the process of applying for assistance.

Although it may be possible to fund your entire education with financial aid, we recommend a conservative approach to borrowing. We also encourage you to save as much as possible before you enter dental school so that you can avoid a heavy debt burden once you graduate.

For the D.D.S. Program, there are several types of financial assistance: loans, scholarships, grants, and work-study. Approximately 90 percent of our financial aid is in the form of loans. These loans must be repaid with interest via a payment plan, which usually does not commence until six months following graduation or separation/withdrawal from the program. The remaining 10 percent of the financial assistance is in the form of grants, scholarships, and funds received for work-study, none of which will need to be repaid. 

Please note: Your eligibility for some of these options depends on your citizenship/residency status.

Students enrolled in the Professional Program for International Dentists (PPID) are eligible to apply for financial assistance, primarily in the form of loans. Once enrolled, they can apply for the dental scholarship application, which is typically available during the fall quarter. Through this application, students will be considered for merit-based, donor-funded scholarships. Additionally, we encourage students to explore external scholarship opportunities.

Contact Us / Virtual Office Hours

Our Financial Aid staff is here to support you through the MyUCLA Message Center, Zoom, and in-person appointments. All required financial aid documents should be submitted through MyUCLA.

We are committed to guiding you through the financial aid process and encourage you to explore our website for additional helpful resources.

MyUCLA Message Center:

The MyUCLA Message Center is the primary method for contacting the SOD Financial Aid Office.
This platform allows for secure, trackable communication and faster assistance.

MyUCLA Log-in (New Admissions)

MyUCLA Log-in (Continuing Students)

 MyUCLA without a log-in

When reaching out, please include your full name, 9-digit student UID number, and email address for efficient assistance.

Virtual Appointments:

Appointments are available for Zoom meetings from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. If needed, we can also schedule Zoom appointments after 5 p.m.

When reaching out to the SOD Financial Aid Office, please include your full name, 9-digit student UID number, and email address along with your message for efficient assistance.

For questions or further support, please contact us through the Message Center.

In-Person Appointments:

In response to student feedback and as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance Financial Aid customer service, in-person appointments will be available beginning January 6 and will continue until further notice. These appointments provide an additional option for individualized support.

In-Person Appointment Availability:

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays

Appointments must be scheduled in advance using the link below. Students are encouraged to use their UCLA Gmail account when booking an in-person appointment:

As a courtesy, if you are unable to attend your scheduled appointment, please cancel at least 24 hours in advance so another student may use the time slot.

Additional Support Options

Please note that all current services remain available, including:

  • Individual Zoom Appointments
    Available through your MyUCLA portal for scheduling
  • MyUCLA Message Center (Primary contact method for secure, trackable communication)

 

Thank You!

Connie Steppes, Director of Financial Aid
UCLA School of Dentistry

Additional Resources Tuition and Projected Costs of Attendance: 4-Year DDS 
Tuition & Projected Costs of Attendance: 2-Year PPID Frequently Asked Questions