Applying for Aid at Saint Mary's

We are thrilled that you have considered the benefits of a Saint Mary's education and have decided to apply for admission to the College. To assure that you receive optimal financial aid consideration, we encourage you to begin the financial aid process immediately. To assist us in evaluating your unique circumstances, you are asked to complete both the College Board PROFILE and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) . Both of these applications must be received by the processors by March 1, 2010. For information about how to apply for loans at Saint Mary's, please see How to Apply for Loans.

The College Board PROFILE is available online beginning 10/1/09; the sooner you complete this form, the sooner you will receive a financial aid package. You do not have to wait for admission to Saint Mary's to complete this form. FAFSA, which is a federal government application is not available until 1/1/10. In order to meet the deadlines, both forms may be completed with estimated tax information (verification may be required later).

Click to Complete Your

College Board
PROFILE

Click to Complete Your

FAFSA Application

  • To meet the March 1st deadlines, use estimated income figures if your tax returns are not yet completed.
  • Do not wait for notice of your admission to complete the CSS/PROFILE.
  • Financial aid awards prepared solely on the basis of the CSS/PROFILE are tentative.
  • You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) after January 1st, but before March 1st.
  • Indiana residents must make sure any FAFSA errors are corrected with the processor by May 15th for state grant consideration.
  • If you do not complete both aid applications by the March 1st deadline, you may experience a reduction of up to 30% of insitutional funds (i.e. - Saint Mary's Grant).



For Frequently Asked Questions regarding the application process, please see the Frequently Asked Questions page.

If you have any questions regarding the Financial Aid Application process, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 866-502-7788 or at finaid@saintmarys.edu.