Apply for Financial Aid
Other than scholarships, financial assistance is based on your specific financial need. Because each situation is unique, you must apply for financial aid in order to determine what options are available to you. Your eligibility is determined by the information you submit on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
You can begin to apply for aid January 1 preceding each academic year. You may complete the FAFSA using estimated income figures although actual figures are preferred. Parents of incoming students are encouraged to file their federal income tax returns as soon after January 1 as possible to aid this process.
Financial Aid is awarded based on demonstrated financial need and availability of funds. Because the FAFSA generally takes four to six weeks to process, we recommend you submit it by March 1 to ensure that the student receives the best financial aid package possible, and it is processed by the priority funding deadline of March 31 (new students) or April 15 (returning students).
To apply, follow the steps and suggested timeline below.
Remember:1. Starting January 1 preceding each academic year, gather your income information from the previous year. Your federal income tax returns and W2 forms are used to complete the FAFSA form.
2. If you plan to apply online, students and parents must each obtain their own personal identification number (PIN) at www.pin.ed.gov.
3. Next complete the FAFSA form by using your PIN at www.fafsa.ed.gov or mail your paper-based application to the U.S. Department of Education. Paper-based applications are available through your high school guidance or college counseling office and the Mount Ida financial aid office. With either method, be sure to list Mount Ida College on your application by using our federal school code: 002193.
- Sign all documents where applicable
- Make copies of paperwork submitted
- Observe deadlines and recommended application timeline
For more information, please contact us at finaid@mountida.edu or 617-928-4783.
Mount Ida's federal school code is 002193.