Financial Aid

[baronen26]

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Am I too late to start? I just got into school a few weeks ago and I'm just now starting the process and waiting for a FSA ID.

 

[JLT223]

https://fafsa.ed.gov/fotw1617/pdf/Deadlines.pdf

 

[baronen26]

Oh jeez. I didn't think I would get in this cycle so I didn't pay attention to it. Am I totally screwed?

 

[Advance]

Oh jeez. I didn't think I would get in this cycle so I didn't pay attention to it. Am I totally screwed?

You should contact your financial aid advisor at your school.

 

[baronen26]

I will when they return from break. I just was able to submit my FAFSA, does that mean I'm good?

 

[JLT223]

Not necessarily. Your school's financial aid office determines your eligibility and will reward you the direct loan (at a minimum) if they are able to process the FAFSA. You need to find out when they stop processing financial aid applications.

 

[whaleofatale]

https://fafsa.ed.gov/fotw1617/pdf/Deadlines.pdf

Am I too late to start? I just got into school a few weeks ago and I'm just now starting the process and waiting for a FSA ID.

Not for federal aid, no. Complete your FAFSA and then contact your school to see if you are still able to apply for institutional funding (if offered).

 

[whaleofatale]

Will there be grants awarded other than loans?

This is completely dependent upon your school. Most schools have spent a good portion of their institutional funding at such a late date, but it's possible that your school sets money aside for late accepts. You need to work with your financial aid office directly if you have questions.

 

[irishmom]

First, congratulations on your acceptance. Second, fill out the FAFSA ASAP, and call your school's financial aid coordinator. Most schools have a dedicated coordinator for the dental school, so call student services and make an appointment as soon as you can (before your break ends...)

 

[baronen26]

Thanks for the replies

I spoke to financial aid and they made it seem like no big deal - I guess those deadlines are for unguaranteed money and grad loans are available 24/7.