Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Graduate with the lightest debt load
Meeting the cost of your education is an important part of your success, which is why we’ll partner with you from the very beginning to make it happen. We’ll work with you to make sure you get every scholarship, grant, and financial aid opportunity available to you. When you consider that 77% of our students receive some form of financial assistance every year and U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked UNO among the national universities whose students graduate with the lightest debt load, you can see that our stellar education is also affordable.
Our students graduate with less debt
77%
receive some form of financial assistance
Affordable
Previously, U.S. News & World Report ranked UNO among the national universities whose students graduate with the lightest debt loads. Nearly 77% of our students receive some form of financial assistance every year, totaling over $41 million dollars in financial aid and scholarships.
$14,247
Average Award
The average award provided to in state students over four years is $14,247. This is based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) eligibility for Louisiana high school graduates.
90%
employed within two years after graduating
Results
90% of our students are employed two years after graduation according to Niche.com. UNO has been ranked top in the state in lowest student debt and number one in Louisiana in highest early career salaries.
Additional Funding Opportunities
Veterans Services
The University of New Orleans: a Military-Friendly Institution
The University of New Orleans is committed to providing quality education for students with varying backgrounds, age, and experience.
Connect with a financial counselor
Earning your degree is likely one of the biggest and most rewarding investments you’ll make during your lifetime. Luckily, the Office of Financial Aid is here to guide and support you throughout your time at UNO.
We offer sessions for Financial Aid Counselors, Scholarships, and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Zoom counseling sessions are available via appointment MWF from 9-12 and TTH from 1-4.
Walk-in Appointments: Suspended due to COVID 19
Last Names starting with A - L: Contact Cherlyn Foster - 504-280-6674
Last Names starting with M - Z: Contact Jessica Fajardo - 504-280-6686
University of New Orleans Financial Aid Phone: 504-280-6603