Plan ahead
Become familiar with procedures, priority dates and deadlines.
File the FAFSA
Find this government-issued form online . Be sure to list the College of Mount St. Joseph and its six-digit code, 003033. We will be able to access your information electronically as soon as it is processed. The FAFSA is available online January 1.
Apply early
The best time to file the FAFSA for maximum, timely consideration is between January 1 and March 1. You do not necessarily need to have completed your tax returns in order to file a FAFSA.
Do your research
Be sure to research scholarships and grants, especially those that are local. Find help in a variety of places, including:
Respond to information requests
Promptly reply to all requests from the Mount for additional information so that we can quickly process your request.
Keep records
Complete all forms carefully and keep copies for your records. Keep federal income tax returns as they may be needed to verify information on the FAFSA.
Ask questions
Contact Student Administrative Services with any questions or concerns you may have. Feel free to email, call or schedule an appointment to discuss your situation.
Consider special circumstances
If you or your family’s financial circumstances change after your initial evaluation or after you submit your FAFSA, contact Student Administrative Services regarding possible adjustments. Visit our forms and applications page to download a special circumstance form.
Reapply every year
Financial aid is not automatically renewed. Each your, you must file a FAFSA by March 1 to be considered for need-based financial aid. You should also check renewal requirements on all scholarships.
Manage your debt wisely
We recommend that borrowing be limited to necessary educational expenses. The Mount’s Student Administrative Services team offers debt management assistance to help you plan repayment obligations.
Take advantage of tax credits
Some tax credits carry restrictions, such as income level and whether a student attends college fill time or part time. Interest paid on federal and private education loans can be deducted on your federal tax return.