{"id":597,"date":"2021-08-30T18:06:41","date_gmt":"2021-08-30T18:06:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/?page_id=597"},"modified":"2026-10-22T21:23:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T21:23:55","slug":"purdueaid","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/apply\/purdueaid\/","title":{"rendered":"Purdue Aid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-cta-hero has-black-background\">\n    <div class=\"section has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-small\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-cta-hero__content\">\n\n                <!-- breadcrumbs include -->\n                <div class=\"purdue home-diagonal-cta-hero__breadcrumbs\">\n                                    <\/div>\n                <!-- \/breadcrumbs include -->\n\n                \n\n                                                        <h1 class=\"third-level-page-heading purdue-home-diagonal-cta-hero__header\"><br>Apply for Purdue Aid<\/h1>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"purdue-home-diagonal-cta-hero__subtext\">\n                        \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Complete one application to be considered for scholarship opportunities across Purdue University. To maximize consideration for scholarships and need-based aid, submit the Purdue Scholarship Application and complete the FAFSA each year.<\/p>\n\n                    <\/div>\n                \n\n\n\n\n<!-- ed -->\n<!-- <div class=\"purdue-home-link-hero__list-container\">\n    <span class=\"purdue-home-link-hero__list-desc tablet-hidden\">\n        Jump to:\n    <\/span>\n    <ul class=\"purdue-home-link-hero__list--desktop\">\n        <li>\n            <a class=\"purdue-home-button purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\">Careers<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li>\n            <a class=\"purdue-home-button purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\">Take action<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n        <li>\n            <a class=\"purdue-home-button purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"#\" target=\"_self\">Transfer<\/a>\n        <\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <form class=\"purdue-home-select purdue-home-link-hero__list--mobile\">\n        <label for=\"8447dae6-f4a5-4633-bb0a-e171b5507d4a\" class=\"is-sr-only\">Choose a link:<\/label>\n        <select id=\"8447dae6-f4a5-4633-bb0a-e171b5507d4a\" name=\"links\">\n            <option value=\"\" data-external=\"\">Jump to:<\/option>\n            <option value=\"#\" data-external=\"\">Careers<\/option>\n            <option value=\"#\" data-external=\"\">Take action<\/option>\n            <option value=\"#\" data-external=\"\">Transfer<\/option>\n    <\/select>\n    <\/form>\n<\/div> -->\n<!-- ed -->\n\n\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Students sit at desks in a classroom and take notes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/2025_RJR0507_DFA-Scholarship_1320.jpg\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"section has-padding-bottom-none  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 id=\"departmentscholarships\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Apply for Purdue Scholarships<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>One application. Multiple opportunities.<\/strong> Complete the Purdue Scholarship Application to be considered for university, college, department and donor-funded scholarship opportunities across Purdue University.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2 wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, the Purdue Scholarship Application opens annually in October. Students who apply by the priority deadline receive maximum consideration for available scholarship opportunities. Applications submitted after the priority deadline may still be considered, but opportunities may be more limited based on available funding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3 wp-block-paragraph\">The scholarship application is personalized based on information such as your academic college, academic level and other responses. As you complete the application, you may see different questions and opportunities based on your individual circumstances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Scholarship Application Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns cols-spaced columns is-multiline has-steam-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Future Students<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5 wp-block-paragraph\">Future students are students who have <strong>applied to <\/strong><em>or <\/em><strong>been<\/strong> <strong>admitted<\/strong> to Purdue for an upcoming term. Submit your application by the deadlines below for maximum consideration.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\"><strong>Priority deadline:<\/strong> Dec. 15&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong>Final application deadline:<\/strong> Aug. 31&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons purdue-home-buttons--left \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button  purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.purdue.edu\/account\/login\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Login to your Application Portal (Opens in a new tab)\">Login to your Application Portal<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\">Access Instructions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9 wp-block-paragraph\">Future students may also access the Purdue Scholarship Application through your Purdue Application Status Page:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10\">Access the Purdue Scholarship Application via your <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.purdue.edu\/account\/login?r=https%3a%2f%2fapply.purdue.edu%2fapply%2fstatus%3f_gl%3d1*1f386k2*_gcl_au*OTY4NDQ5OTEwLjE3OTA3MDI1MjY.*_ga*MjAyOTAwMzYzMy4xNzg5MjQxMjg0*_ga_DNM3SX5XET*czE3OTExNjYzNjYkbzgyJGcxJHQxNzkxMTY2MzY5JGo1NyRsMCRoMA..\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Application Status Portal<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11\">Navigate to the &#8216;Scholarships&#8217; page on the left-hand side<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12\">Follow the instructions listed to log into the Purdue Scholarship Application&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-13\">Complete all applicable sections&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14\">Review and submit your application by the deadline&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Current Students<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15 wp-block-paragraph\">Current Purdue students seeking scholarships for the upcoming academic year should submit your application by the deadlines below for maximum consideration.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16\"><strong>Priority deadline:<\/strong> April 15&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17\"><strong>Final application deadline:<\/strong> Aug. 31&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons purdue-home-buttons--left \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button  purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"https:\/\/aid.purdue.edu\/portal\/scholarship_application\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Complete the Application (Opens in a new tab)\">Complete the Application<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18\">Additional Access Point<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19 wp-block-paragraph\">Current Purdue students may also access the Purdue Scholarship Application via myPurdue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20\">Log in to <a href=\"https:\/\/mypurdue.purdue.edu\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"mypurdue.purdue.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">myPurdue<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-21\">Locate or search for the <em>Financial Aid Information<\/em> card&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-22\">Select <em>Purdue Scholarship Application<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-23\">Sign in using your Purdue career account&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24\">Complete all applicable sections&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25\">Review your information and submit your application&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>After You Apply<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After submitting the scholarship application, monitor your Purdue email for updates and follow-up requests, as needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional information, documentation or verification may be requested as part of the review process. Responding promptly to these requests helps ensure you receive full consideration for available scholarship opportunities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your application information may be used to evaluate eligibility for multiple scholarship opportunities across the university. Scholarship eligibility and award decisions remain subject to applicable scholarship criteria and available funding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-gold-background has-padding-top-small has-padding-bottom-small \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Submit a FAFSA<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All students are strongly encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) when it becomes available on Oct. 1 each year. While Indiana residents have until April 15 to submit the FAFSA for state financial aid eligibility, <strong>future students<\/strong> are encouraged to submit by Dec. 15 to maximize consideration for scholarships and other available aid.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Submitting a FAFSA helps Purdue determine eligibility for need-based financial aid and may be required to be considered for certain scholarships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-buttons purdue-home-buttons--left \">\n    <div class=\"purdue-home-button-list\">\n                    <div class=\"\"><a class=\"purdue-home-button  purdue-home-button--black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/apply\/fafsa\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Learn more (Opens in a new tab)\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section has-padding-bottom-none  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reminders and Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep these important reminders in mind as you complete and submit your scholarship application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit your application by the appropriate deadline.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read the application instructions carefully.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete all applicable sections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide accurate and current information.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a FAFSA and Purdue scholarship application each year if you wish to be considered for need-based financial aid and applicable university scholarships.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your Purdue email regularly for scholarship-related communications.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond promptly to any requests for additional information or verification.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"section  page-layout-wide\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n                \n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns page-layout-columns columns is-multiline is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column column is-full-tablet page-layout-main is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scholarship Application Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-035e5c5e-b36e-4cf2-9b4c-51cd2259774a\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-035e5c5e-b36e-4cf2-9b4c-51cd2259774a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Is there a deadline to submit the scholarship application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-035e5c5e-b36e-4cf2-9b4c-51cd2259774a\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To maximize scholarship consideration, students are encouraged to complete the application by the appropriate priority submission date:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Future students: <strong>Dec. 15, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current students: <strong>April 15, 2027<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you miss the priority submission date, you may still submit or update your scholarship application. The application will remain open through <strong>Aug. 31, 2027<\/strong>. After Aug. 31, 2027, no new applications or changes will be accepted.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-d347003b-7a96-4e30-ab3b-5dd5007380d0\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-d347003b-7a96-4e30-ab3b-5dd5007380d0\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>What if I miss the application deadline?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-d347003b-7a96-4e30-ab3b-5dd5007380d0\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications and updates cannot be submitted after the application closes on&nbsp;<strong>Aug. 31, 2027<\/strong>. We encourage you to complete and review your application well before the deadline to avoid missing scholarship opportunities.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-66ee4057-f903-458b-8391-da9923479715\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-66ee4057-f903-458b-8391-da9923479715\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>What if I need to make changes to my scholarship application after I submit it?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-66ee4057-f903-458b-8391-da9923479715\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can reopen and update your scholarship application at any time before the application closes on Aug. 31, 2027. If you make changes,&nbsp;<strong>you must resubmit your application<\/strong>&nbsp;for those updates to be available to the Division of Financial Aid before the deadline. Once the application period has ended, you will no longer be able to make changes.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-4f21e19f-0638-445e-810e-5bd604a5d96a\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-4f21e19f-0638-445e-810e-5bd604a5d96a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Can I submit supporting documents after I submit my application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-4f21e19f-0638-445e-810e-5bd604a5d96a\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most scholarships do not require additional supporting documents beyond what is requested in the scholarship application. If a scholarship requires supplemental materials, those requirements will be clearly outlined within the application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We encourage you to provide complete and detailed responses to all application questions, as scholarship committees rely on the information submitted through the application when making award decisions. To ensure a fair and consistent review process for all applicants, separate documents or additional materials submitted outside of the application will not be considered.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-77dfebe9-2153-4d92-bb8c-7ad7d47d0319\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-77dfebe9-2153-4d92-bb8c-7ad7d47d0319\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Do I need to do anything after submitting my scholarship application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-77dfebe9-2153-4d92-bb8c-7ad7d47d0319\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, no additional action is required after you submit your scholarship application. Be sure to monitor your Purdue email and myPurdue account for any updates related to your financial aid or scholarship eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If additional information is needed, Purdue or the Division of Financial Aid will contact you directly with instructions.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-5de3ee45-a6b8-403b-84cf-e1b9acf39093\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-5de3ee45-a6b8-403b-84cf-e1b9acf39093\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>When will I know if I receive a scholarship?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-5de3ee45-a6b8-403b-84cf-e1b9acf39093\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are selected to receive a Purdue scholarship, it will be included in your&nbsp;<strong>2027-28<\/strong>&nbsp;financial aid notification, which will be available through your&nbsp;<strong>myPurdue portal<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Financial aid notifications are expected to be available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Admitted students: mid-March 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current students: mid-June 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-ab7de058-b56b-4f80-b2a2-6548aa702669\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-ab7de058-b56b-4f80-b2a2-6548aa702669\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Will I be notified if I am not selected for a scholarship?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-ab7de058-b56b-4f80-b2a2-6548aa702669\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. If you are selected to receive a Purdue scholarship, it will be included in your&nbsp;<strong>2027-28<\/strong>&nbsp;financial aid notification.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-df0668d8-f3de-494e-aeb9-b28736159048\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-df0668d8-f3de-494e-aeb9-b28736159048\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Do I need to file a FAFSA to be considered for Purdue scholarships?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-df0668d8-f3de-494e-aeb9-b28736159048\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Filing the 2027-28 FAFSA is not required to be considered for all Purdue scholarships. However, we strongly encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to maximize their eligibility for scholarships and other forms of financial aid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For priority consideration, submit your FAFSA by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Future students: Dec. 15, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current students: April 15, 2027<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-c914c129-37a1-4086-ba81-b4214ffaac2f\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-c914c129-37a1-4086-ba81-b4214ffaac2f\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Why should I file a FAFSA?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-c914c129-37a1-4086-ba81-b4214ffaac2f\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/apply\/fafsa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FAFSA<\/a>&nbsp;is used to determine eligibility for federal, state and Purdue-funded financial aid programs. Even if you do not expect to qualify for need-based aid, submitting a FAFSA may make you eligible for additional funding opportunities.&nbsp;<strong>Purdue\u2019s Federal School Code is 001825<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important for Indiana residents:<\/strong>&nbsp;Students who submit a FAFSA by Purdue\u2019s April 15 priority filing deadline receive the maximum consideration for available financial aid, including state-funded aid programs. While you may submit a FAFSA after April 15, some types of aid may no longer be available due to limited funding.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-c7b49790-682f-49f5-9a2e-a4045540c0bd\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-c7b49790-682f-49f5-9a2e-a4045540c0bd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Do I need to apply every year?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-c7b49790-682f-49f5-9a2e-a4045540c0bd\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students are encouraged to submit the scholarship application annually. Although many scholarships that are renewable do not require a new application each year, completing the application helps students maximize their eligibility for additional funding opportunities and ensures we have the most current information available when reviewing scholarship eligibility.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-889271d7-9b34-4a5f-a16a-23fae7eb8ee8\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-889271d7-9b34-4a5f-a16a-23fae7eb8ee8\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>What if my academic major or personal information changes after I submit my application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-889271d7-9b34-4a5f-a16a-23fae7eb8ee8\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may update your application before the application deadline on Aug. 31, 2027. After making any updates, remember to save your changes and submit your application. Keeping your information current helps ensure you are considered for all scholarships for which you may be eligible.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-d2d0e6fd-d79c-488b-a0ae-dd7c6e1a5577\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-d2d0e6fd-d79c-488b-a0ae-dd7c6e1a5577\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Who should I contact if I have questions about the scholarship application or scholarships?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-d2d0e6fd-d79c-488b-a0ae-dd7c6e1a5577\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Division of Financial Aid (DFA) is here to help. If you have questions about the scholarship application process, eligibility requirements, deadlines or scholarship opportunities, please don\u2019t hesitate to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/dfa\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>contact DFA<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u202f<\/strong>or email facontact@purdue.edu. Our team is happy to assist you and help you navigate the process.<br><\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-0cd3feb7-90dc-4b09-b5fa-be3c9f916f48\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-0cd3feb7-90dc-4b09-b5fa-be3c9f916f48\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Do I need to complete a scholarship application to be considered for first-year merit scholarships (Trustees, Presidential or Indy Scholars)?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-0cd3feb7-90dc-4b09-b5fa-be3c9f916f48\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. A separate scholarship application is not required to be considered for Purdue\u2019s first-year merit scholarships: Trustees, Presidential and Indy Scholars scholarships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be automatically considered, future students must submit a complete Purdue admissions application by the Nov. 1 Early Action deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information about first-year merit scholarships, visit the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/admissions.purdue.edu\/cost-financial-aid\/scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Office of Admissions Scholarship Information<\/a>.&nbsp;<strong>Please note:<\/strong>&nbsp;These scholarships are available only to future students.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-d641dd5c-f3d3-45ef-bc2d-a626af4115b7\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-d641dd5c-f3d3-45ef-bc2d-a626af4115b7\" aria-expanded=\"false\">I am a current student majoring in more than one academic college, will the application display all questions for my applicable academic colleges?<\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-d641dd5c-f3d3-45ef-bc2d-a626af4115b7\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. If you are pursuing majors in more than one academic college, your scholarship application will display opportunities and questions related to all of your academic colleges, not just your primary major or primary college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This helps ensure you are considered for the widest range of scholarship opportunities for which you may be eligible based on your academic programs.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-3ea754f9-79a4-456b-96ea-ca83d05c26ab\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-3ea754f9-79a4-456b-96ea-ca83d05c26ab\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>How does participation in a study abroad program affect my scholarship eligibility?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-3ea754f9-79a4-456b-96ea-ca83d05c26ab\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scholarships can be used for study abroad, provided the student is enrolled full time in the program and billed through Purdue University.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-817dfb3f-58e9-4d22-8394-317d9a435c9c\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-817dfb3f-58e9-4d22-8394-317d9a435c9c\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Who is eligible to apply for scholarships on the application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-817dfb3f-58e9-4d22-8394-317d9a435c9c\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scholarship application will be available to all future and returning students. We encourage students to complete the application each year to maximize their opportunities for scholarship consideration.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none has-padding-bottom-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion has-no-bottomborder\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-a1d1a2c7-2e2e-40b5-b048-a9d39c13faee\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-a1d1a2c7-2e2e-40b5-b048-a9d39c13faee\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>Can any student at Purdue apply for scholarships on this application?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-a1d1a2c7-2e2e-40b5-b048-a9d39c13faee\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, whether you are a future student who&nbsp;<strong>has applied<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>been admitted to<\/strong>&nbsp;Purdue or a current student at the undergraduate, graduate or professional level, we encourage all Purdue students to fill out the application each year to maximize scholarship opportunities.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"purdue-accordion-wrap  purdue-accordion-wrap--small\">\n    <div class=\"section has-none-background has-padding-top-none\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"purdue-accordion\">\n                <h3 class=\"accordion__heading purdue-accordion__title  purdue-accordion__title--small\" id=\"title-b050daf3-6d2c-4a4d-b4f2-bad6678c693d\">\n                    <button aria-controls=\"content-b050daf3-6d2c-4a4d-b4f2-bad6678c693d\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><strong>How does participation in a co-op or internship affect my scholarship eligibility?<\/strong><\/button>\n                <\/h3>\n                <div class=\"accordion__content purdue-accordion__content\" id=\"content-b050daf3-6d2c-4a4d-b4f2-bad6678c693d\" hidden aria-hidden=\n                \"true\">\n                    \n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students in a co-op or internship will not receive the scholarship while away.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap \">\n    <div class=\"section has-gold-background\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <p class=\"purdue-home-cta-strap__content\">Questions about the Purdue Scholarship Application or FAFSA? 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