Applying for Aid

Step 1: Get Organized

• Apply for admission to Aurora University.
• Search for outside scholarship opportunities.

Step 2: Submit the FAFSA

• Submit FAFSA as soon as possible beginning October 1 for maximum consideration of federal, state, and institutional aid.
• Aurora University’s School Code: 001634

• Create a personal Financial Aid file with:
  • FSA ID – do not share
  • Federal tax filing information and W-2
  • FAFSA Confirmation Page

Step 3: Respond to Requests

• FAFSA results will be reviewed by the Office of Financial Aid.
• Submit requested items in the "Required Documents" section of Self-Service.
• An offer letter will be provided to students who are admitted and submit their FAFSA and other required items, if applicable.
  
  • Award letter may include scholarships, grants, loans, and/or Federal Work-Study
  • Please review supplemental information, including the Financial Aid Guide (PDF), Financial Aid Rights and Responsibilities (PDF), Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and Withdrawals and Return of Title IV Funds

Step 4: Summer Financial Aid

• Complete Summer Aid Application as soon as possible after December 1.
• Make sure the applicable FAFSA is completed.
• If eligible for summer financial aid, you will receive an award letter. You will also be notified if you are not eligible for aid during the summer term.
• Submit requested items, if applicable.