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Calendar

Deadlines are important. Be sure to stay organized so your financial aid is ready when your bill is due. 

Financial Aid Timeline

This timeline is for students applying for aid for the 2024-25 academic year. 

LATE DECEMBER
MID-MARCH
  • Prospective students begin receiving financial aid award notifications. Award notices are sent via mail and uploaded to your admissions portal. 
MAY 1
  • Priority date to file the FAFSA. Filing by this date assures you will be considered for the maximum financial aid eligibility and assures Michigan residents consideration for state funds.
LATE MAY
  • Returning students begin receiving financial aid award notifications. Award notices are sent via mail and viewable in plus.hope.edu
JUNE 
  • First-time federal loan borrowers must sign a Master Promissory Note and complete Entrance Counseling in order to fully accept their loan offers. This requirement should be completed prior to the start of the academic year. 
EARLY JULY
  • e-Bill statements are available for fall semester. Business Services can assist you with your billing and payment questions. 
EARLY DECEMBER
  • e-Bill statements available for spring semester. Business Services can assist you with your billing and payment questions.