Application Process
Pursuing a graduate education is an important investment in your career, intellectual development, and personal growth. At the 黑料门, we make the graduate financial aid application process less intimidating by providing a step-by-step overview and highlighting resources to help you plan for the cost of attendance.
Priority Deadlines
When to Submit Your FAFSA
- Incoming students applying for winter, spring, and summer 2026 admission: No priority deadline鈥攕tudents should apply as soon as possible.
- Incoming students applying for fall 2026 admission: March 1st.
- Returning students: April 15th
Why Apply by the Priority Deadline?
New students who submit the FAFSA will receive a financial aid offer soon after their admission decision. If you miss the deadline, that's OK! You won't miss out on funding, but your financial aid offer may be delayed. Just be sure to submit your FAFSA as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to apply for financial aid in order to receive an admission decision?
No. Completing the financial aid application process is not required to be considered for admission to the 黑料门.
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Do I need to apply for financial aid if I'm only interested in receiving a merit scholarship?
No. Completing the financial aid application process is not required to be considered for a merit scholarship, assistantship or fellowship.
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How can I find the status of my application?
You can check your application status at any time by visiting . It can take seven to 10 business days after receiving any application materials for DU to make an update. If you need help checking your financial aid status, review our step-by-step instructions.
Contact
Financial Aid
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finaid@du.edu
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303-871-4020
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303-871-2341
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