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Financial Aid
Smith College School for Social Work
The School for Social Work handles its admission process independently. For students interested in pursuing either a master's or doctorate in social work, and for more information, please visit the School for Social Work website.
Smith College seeks to provide educational opportunity for qualified students, knowing that many will require financial assistance. Financial aid for Smith graduate students consists of fellowships, tuition scholarships and student loans.
Deadlines
Required materials and deadlines for applications vary by program. Please refer to the list below and to the program’s application for admission for dates and requirements.
Application for Admission
To be considered for financial aid, complete applications for admission must be received no later than the dates listed below for each program:
| Program | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| M.A.T. | April 15 |
| M.F.A./Dance | January 13 |
| M.F.A./Theatre | January 15 |
| M.S./Biological Sciences | January 15 |
| M.S./Exercise & Sport Studies | March 1 |
| Post-Bac/Mathematics | March 15 |
Federal Loan Deadline
Applicants interested in federal loans should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 15 or as soon as possible after applying for admission.
Students who have special circumstances and determine that they need additional funds beyond the established Cost of Attendance may appeal to increase their loan eligibility. To be considered, graduate students should contact Student Financial Services by email to request a budget form and describe their special circumstances.
