Student Financial Services
Student Financial Services


Financial Aid: Application Process

• UG Financial Aid Checklists [New Students] [Continuing Students]
 
Print a copy of these checklists to make sure you are on track for next fall!


• Apply for Admission: Deadlines [Applying to SPU]

 
  First day to apply Priority financial aid consideration, including merit scholarships
Freshman: October 1 February 1
Transfers: October 1 April 1


• Scholarship Applications
 
 
 
SPU Merit Scholarships You will automatically be considered for any scholarships for which you are eligible, based on your admissions application. Information you provide in "Involvement and Activities" is important for determining scholarship eligibility.

 
Fine Arts Scholarships : Auditions are required. Request an audition by calling 206-281-2205.

 
Athletic Scholarships : For information call 203-281-2085.

 
 
 
Outside Scholarships: SPU receives scholarship notices periodically from outside agencies and organizations. You must apply directly to the organizations listed to be considered. Check out this website to view scholarship web links, tips, and a listing of awards.


• Financial AidApplication [FAFSA deadlines and information]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1.  Fill out the FAFSA early! Apply as soon as possible after January 1 so that you may receive timely financial aid information.
2.  You will need a federal pin (personal identification number) to complete your FAFSA or renewal FAFSA. Important: Your parents may apply for a PIN also. They can use the PIN to electronically sign the FAFSA.
3.  Make sure SPU's Title IV code (003788) is listed on your FAFSA.
4.  Once your application is processed, the government will send a copy to both you and SPU. Please review for errors and correct as needed.


• Notification of SPU Financial Assistance Package.
 
We will not process your FAFSA application until you have been admitted.

 
 
 
You will receive one paper offer letter while attending SPU, all revisions and future offers will be sent to your SPU email. Your award will indicate the types and amounts of assistance you are being offered and will provide instructions about what you must do to receive your financial aid.

 
 
Be sure to check your SPU email account for additional communication from SPU. If additional information is requested, respond quickly. If you do not understand the request, call for an explanation.


• Ready to choose SPU?
 
 
1.  Make your advance payment by May 1
2.  Submit all requested information by August 1


Last Updated: 12/6/2007


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