Purdue University Division of Financial Aid

Prospective Students Financial Aid Information

The Division of Financial Aid (DFA) stands ready to assist prospective students in obtaining student financial aid for attendance at Purdue University.

The Division of Financial Aid has developed an overview for families titled Paying For Purdue: A Guide For You And Your Family. In addition, Purdue University offers the Purdue Financial Aid Estimator to empower families to learn about the cost of attending Purdue and the financial aid and scholarships for which they may qualify. This service is available only to domestic applicants (U.S. citizens and resident aliens).

Financial Aid Timeline For Current High School Seniors

For the organized "future Boilermaker", a short "to-do" list, month by month, for high school seniors:

December: If you haven't done so already, begin searching for private scholarship information. Go online and register at www.fastweb.com for email updates of private scholarships for which you may be able to apply. Be sure to meet with your guidance counselor to discuss scholarship opportunities and apply for all high school and community awards you can.
January: Freshmen should complete the Purdue Scholarship Application by February 1, 2011, to be considered for merit scholarships that have a financial need component and are awarded by Purdue’s colleges and schools.
February: Apply for financial aid via the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1, for priority aid consideration; use estimated income tax information if necessary; don't be late!
March: Upon request, submit any requested verification information to the financial aid office.
April: Receive an official award letter from the financial aid office in early April; only return it to report receipt of other aid.
May: Report any private scholarship awards to the financial aid office.
June-July: Attend Division of Financial Aid/Bursar workshop during STAR oreientation and learn how to accept aid offers, sign loan promissory notes, etc.
August: After receiving an electronic invoice in late July for tuition, fees, and campus housing (with financial aid credits), plan to pay any balance due on invoice by start of classes and become a Boilermaker!