Who should complete the original Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the RENEWAL FAFSA?

Any student who has applied for admission and is requesting financial assistance from NDSU. Please give special attention to the 13 Helpful Hints page when completing your FAFSA. If you have questions about your admission status, please contact the Office of Admission at 1-800-488-6378 or (701) 231-8643.

Are there DEADLINE dates for mailing the FAFSA?

Yes. For priority consideration, we recommend you submit the paper FAFSA to the processor no later than February 15 and the electronic FAFSA no later than March 1, to insure processing by March 15. The Pell Grant and Stafford Loan programs are not subject to this deadline date.

What are the ESTIMATED EXPENSES to attend NDSU?

2008-09:	ND Resident	MN Resident	Contiguous/WUE	Non-Resident
Tuition and Fees	$5,264	5,610	$7,895	$14,053
Student Fees	$962	$962	$962	$962
Matriculation Fee	$45	$45	$45	$45
Room and Board	$6,220	$6,220	$6,220	$6,220
Total	$12,491	$12,837	$15,122	$21,280

When can I expect my AWARD NOTICE?

Early applicants who have their FAFSA processed by late May will receive their initial Award Notice early June. If your FAFSA was processed on or after June 1, you may expect to receive your Award Notice approximately four weeks after NDSU receives your application information.

When should I update my ADDRESS?

Students should update BOTH their local/campus and permanent/home address IMMEDIATELY after they have moved. This may be done by contacting any one of the following offices: Registration & Records, Student Financial Services, Admission or the Business Office.

May I update my MARITAL STATUS?

For the current academic year, You may NOT update your status from single to married once you have signed and dated your FAFSA. However, you may update your status from married to separated/divorced by completing a Special Circumstances Form available at the Office of Student Financial Services.

If I attend NDSU during my senior year in HIGH SCHOOL, am I eligible to receive financial aid?

No. A student who attends high school and college concurrently is NOT eligible to receive federal financial aid.

What if I plan to attend SUMMER school?

Complete a Summer School Supplemental Form, available at the Office of Student Financial Services, after March 15.