I'm applying to Tulane for regular decision and I'm curious how the decision timeline impacts applying for financial aid. Do the financial aid deadlines align with the regular decision timeline? Any insights or tips would be helpful!
Tulane University, like many institutions, has financial aid deadlines that run somewhat parallel to their admission application deadlines. For the regular decision, the application deadline is typically in early January. Concerning financial aid, you need to file your FAFSA and submit the CSS Profile by February 15th. This ensures that your financial aid package will be released with your admission decision, which is generally in April.
It's a best practice to complete these financial aid applications as soon as you can, once they open on October 1st. This ensures that you receive the maximum amount of aid possible, as some types of aid may be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Be aware that the FAFSA utilizes tax info from two years prior, so for the 2025-2026 academic year, you'd use tax info from 2023.
Remember to check your application portal regularly after submitting your financial aid applications. Tulane - or any university you're applying to - may request additional documents or information to process your application. Be timely with any requested information to avoid delaying your aid package decision. If you have any questions about the process, don't hesitate to reach out to Tulane's financial aid office for clarification. They're usually more than happy to help prospective students navigate the aid process.
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