Financial Aid
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Applying for Financial Aid
If you haven’t already, complete the online application to LAPU. Following submission, we will review your application for eligibility for financial aid.
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FAFSA Availability Date: The FAFSA form is typically available for submission starting October 1st each calendar year for the following academic year for which the student is applying.
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FAFSA Submission Deadline: The Federal deadline for submitting the FAFSA is typically June 30th of the end of the calendar year for the current academic year for which the student is applying.
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California State Grants deadline: The deadline for submitting the FAFSA and the GPA Verification Form is typically March 1st each calendar year for the following academic year for which the student is applying. Students can visit the California Student Aid Commission for additional information.
At Los Angeles Pacific University (LAPU) we offer two (2) start dates within each semester. If a student is starting in one of the six (6) start dates and the FAFSA is not completed prior to the first week of classes, the student will need to pay out of pocket or set up a payment plan until the FAFSA is received and reviewed an
2024–2025 Disbursement Dates
Disbursement takes place during week 4 of each session. A printable PDF of the 2024-2025 disbursement dates is available for download here.
Fall 2024: September 3, 2024 – December 20, 2024
FALL SESSION 1
September 3, 2024 – October 25, 2024
Disbursement on September 23, 2024
FALL SESSION 2
October 28, 2024 – December 20, 2024
Disbursement on November 18, 2024
Spring 2025: January 13, 2025 – May 2, 2025
SPRING SESSION 1
January 13, 2025 – March 7, 2025
Disbursement on February 3, 2025
SPRING SESSION 2
March 10, 2025 – May 2, 2025
Disbursement on March 31, 2025
Summer 2025: May 12, 2025 – August 29, 2025
SUMMER SESSION 1
May 12, 2025 – July 4, 2025
Disbursement on June 2, 2025
SUMMER SESSION 2
July 7, 2025 – August 29, 2025
Disbursement on July 28, 2025
Important Tips
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Always use your legal name on the FAFSA and all documents. Your legal name is the name on your Social Security Card.
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Apply early.
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Respond to all requests from Student Financial Services in a timely fashion.
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Keep copies of all documents.
Use the Net Price Calculator (below) to get estimates of your need and aid
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FINANCIAL AID FAQ'S
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WHEN AND WHERE DOES THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY TAKE PLACE?The 2025 commencement ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 13th 2025 at 6:00pm in the Felix Event Center on APU’s campus.
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WHEN DO I NEED TO ARRIVE TO CHECK IN ON COMMENCEMENT DAY?Check in begins 1 hour prior to the start of the ceremony.
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WILL MY FAMILY AND GUESTS NEED A TICKET TO ATTEND THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY?Each graduate will be allotted a certain number of tickets for friends and family. You will be notified of the ticket limit and how to reserve tickets towards the end of November. Stay tuned.
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CAN I PURCHASE ADDITIONAL TICKETS?No, additional tickets may become available as students return any unused tickets and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Notification of the lottery start time will be contained in the initial email sent regarding tickets to students participating in commencement. Students will be able to claim any additional tickets by accessing the same link they claimed their initial tickets at the start of the lottery. Availability is not guaranteed and may be limited to 2 to 3 tickets.
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WHEN WILL THE VENUE DOORS OPEN FOR FAMILY AND GUESTS AT COMMENCEMENT?Doors open at 5:00 pm (4:45 p.m. for special assistance needs).
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HOW LONG DOES THE CEREMONY USUALLY LAST?Most commencement ceremonies are approximately two hours, depending on the number of graduates.
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I HAVE A GUEST WITH DISABILITY-RELATED NEEDS. ARE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED?On the day of the event, please visit the ADA check-in station for assistance with any disability-related requests. Accessible seating will be available for wheelchair users and other mobility-related seating needs 15 minutes prior to doors opening. Sign language interpretation will be provided upon request only; requests must be made no later than two weeks prior to the date of the event. If you have a question or request regarding a guest who may need other accommodations, please email accessibility@lapu.edu
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CAN I BRING MY DOG OR OTHER PET TO THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY?No animals are allowed at the ceremony with the exception of ADA-approved service animals.
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HOW CAN I ORDER PERSONALIZED GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS?Visit the online store for commencement related items. Click here for pricing.
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WILL THERE BE A RECEPTION FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS?There will be a meet and greet starting at 5:00 pm near the check-in area.
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CAN I WATCH THE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY ONLINE?A link to the livestream will be available on December 14th, beginning at 5:30pm at lapu.edu/live
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CAN I PURCHASE OR PRE-ORDER FLOWERS FOR MYSELF OR SOMEONE ELSE FOR COMMENCEMENT?Pre-order leis and flowers here
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WHEN CAN I EXPECT MY DIPLOMA IN THE MAIL?Diploma cases, including a certificate, will be awarded at the commencement ceremony. The actual diplomas are mailed 8 weeks after degrees are posted. All owing balances to the university must be resolved to receive your diploma.
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WHEN WILL MY DEGREE POST?Degrees should post within three weeks after final grades and/or transcripts have been received.
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HOW CAN I ORDER MY TRANSCRIPTS?Complete the online transcript request form to receive an official transcript. Please note: Be sure to review the transcript fees and policies to allow enough time to order transcripts to meet your needs.
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ARE JOBS OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT LAPU?Yes, many job opportunities exist at LAPU. For a complete list, visit LAPU’s Employment Opportunities page.
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HOW CAN I ORDER MY CAP AND GOWN?Caps and gowns are available to order on the Herff Jones website: https://collegegrad.herffjones.com/site/descriptors until November 10, 2024. Receipt of cap and gown does not guarantee clearance to graduate. Orders take 2-3 weeks to ship after the order is processed. If you have questions, email lapucapandgown@apu.edu.
