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Financial Aid: Application Process

Financial aid funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, according to demonstrated financial need. 

To apply for financial aid, students must file:

  • The Free Application For Federal Student Aid (* FAFSA) with the federal processor (due March 1).
  • Any additional information needed to complete an applicant's file as requested in writing by the Financial Aid Office.

To receive priority consideration applications must be received by March 1st.  In order to meet the March 1st date the FAFSA should be mailed to the Federal Processor by February 15th.

Applications are accepted and processed after the priority date listed above. Late applications will be reviewed on a funds available basis. All applications must be made prior to the academic year in which the applicant will be attending college to ensure the availability of financial aid to apply toward the fall semester bill.

*The (FAFSA) may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office or from the guidance department of most secondary schools. Students may also complete the FAFSA on the web:

fafsa.ed.gov

The pin number serves as your electronic signature for both your FAFSA and Master Promissory Note.   Both student and parent should have their own pin numbers for the FAFSA.

www.pin.edu.gov

Please remember that financial aid is not automatically renewed. It must be applied for each year.