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Summary of Process

The process of applying for financial aid at Calvin Theological Seminary is simple:

  1. Fill out required forms by the March 1 deadline:

    The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required form all US students applying for financial aid. Use our school code G02242. All students are encouraged to apply for financial assistance as soon after January 1 as possible, and before the deadline of March 1. You are also required to complete the Application for Financial Aid at Calvin Theological Seminary. This application allows you to apply for all of our scholarships and institutional loan programs. The deadline for this application is March 1.

    Forms:

  2. The scholarship committee meets in mid-April to award scholarship funds.

    You will receive an award letter from the Vice President for Academic Affairs indicating any award in late April.

  3. After you file your FAFSA, the information is forwarded to CTS by the federal government. Award letters are sent out.

    The financial aid office will process the information and send out an award letter to the student indicating the amount of assistance the applicant will receive. This will be a separate letter from the scholarship award letter.

  4. Both award letters must be signed and returned to the appropriate office in order to secure your awards.

  5. Make sure to complete the Entrance Counseling to finish your application.

Generally, financial aid eligibility is based on the previous year's income information. If your financial situation has changed substantially during the year or since completing the FAFSA, you can submit a Special Circumstances form for reconsideration of your financial need.