Financial Aid Deadlines

Important Dates and Deadlines

Student Financial Services

FAFSA Deadlines

  • October 1 -  FAFSA opens for the upcoming academic year.
  • April 1 -  Priority FAFSA deadline for Fall enrollment.
  • November 1 - Priority FAFSA deadline for Spring enrollment.
Plan Early for Financial Success

Submit your FAFSA as early as possible to maximize eligibility for financial aid, grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities.

After applying, students are encouraged to meet with Student Financial Services at the earliest available opportunity to review funding options, understand educational costs, and create a personalized financing plan well before classes begin.

Enrollment

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and admission decisions are released throughout the year. Applying early provides the best opportunity for scholarship consideration, housing availability, and enrollment planning.

Term Application Opens Priority Deadline
Spring April 1 November 1
Fall August 1 July 1


Applications received after the priority deadline will continue to be reviewed on a space-available basis.

Early Review and Merit Scholarships

Students who submit their application and all required documents by the priority deadline will receive priority consideration for admission and merit-based scholarships.

Priority Admission Decisions

January 30 - Early review admission decisions and merit scholarship notifications begin.

To be considered for institutional scholarships, students should:

  • Complete the FAFSA
  • Submit all required admissions documents
  • Submit any requested financial aid documentation

Admitted? Make It Official!

Congratulations on your admission!

To reserve your place in the incoming class, submit your enrollment deposit within:

  • Two weeks of receiving your admission decision

Submitting your deposit early provides the best opportunity for:

  • Course registration
  • Housing selection
  • Orientation scheduling
  • Other enrollment benefits

Apply When You're Ready. Enroll When You're Accepted.

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
  • Apply early for the best scholarship, housing, and enrollment opportunities.
  • FAFSA opens October 1.
  • Fall FAFSA Priority Deadline: April 1.
  • Priority admission and scholarship notifications begin January 30.
  • Enrollment deposits are due within two weeks of admission.

The earlier you apply, the more opportunities you'll have, but applications will continue to be reviewed as long as space remains available.