Federal Direct Student Loans
Student loans are administered by the Office of Student Financial Services and are included in your financial aid award if you completed the necessary requirements. Loans are a form of financial aid that must be repaid with interest. Loans that are included on your award letter are automatically accepted. Federal Direct Student loans are available to U.S. citizens only.
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.