First-Year Students

Steps to apply for financial aid

STEP 1 - FEBRUARY 1

• Be admitted by this date for maximum scholarship consideration
• Search and apply for donor-funded scholarships

STEP 2 - FEBRUARY 15

Submit financial aid forms, including:

• The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  
  • Obtain PIN (both students and parents)
  • Calvin College code 002241
• The Calvin Supplemental Aid Form (optional)

STEP 3 - FEBRUARY/MARCH

Promptly provide requested items » to the financial aid office

STEP 4 - MARCH/APRIL

• Receive your financial aid package
• View current awards »

STEP 5 - MAY 1

• Accept awards » 
• Enroll » 

STEP 6 - SUMMER

Finalize loans »