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Important Dates for Financial Aid

 

October 1
 Yearly, Oct. 1 is the first date to submit the FAFSA for federal processing, www.fafsa.ed.gov
February 1 Student's FAFSA file (Student Aid Report) is due in the Office of Financial Aid by February 1 for priority awarding
March Release of Financial Aid Offer Notices. Returning students can start applying for Spelman's Institutional Scholarships. 
May 1 Enrollment Deposit due to the Office of Admission (New First-Time Students)

 

 

Disbursement Policy

Per Federal Regulations, the earliest that a school may disburse Federal Student Aid funds to the student's account is 10 days before the first day of classes for that payment period. It is the policy of Spelman College that no financial aid (Federal, State or Institution) be disbursed prior to 10 days before the first day of class. Financial Aid Disbursements will occur after drop/add period registration period.

2024 -2025 Disbursement Dates to Remember
Friday, December 13, 2024 Estimated/Authorized Financial Aid post to Student Accounts
Monday, January 27, 2025 Spring 2025 Financial Aid Disbursements
Friday, February 7, 2025 Spring 2025 Refunds Processed by Student Accounts

 

 

Important Dates

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Financial Aid

350 Spelman Lane, S.W., Atlanta, GA. 30314
Packard Hall, 1st floor

404-270-5222
financialaid@spelman.edu

Mon. - Fri. | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Veteran & Military Affairs

The mission of The Office for Veteran and Military Affairs is to provide, facilitate, or coordinate programs and services to meet the special needs of veterans, service members, dependents, and survivors in order to ease their transition to college life and fulfill their educational goals.

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The Office of Financial Aid exists to assist students in finding ways to finance their college education.

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Spelman College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, and sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, or physical handicap. The information provided on these pages is intended to provide guidance and understanding about the financial aid process. It is accurate to the extent possible.

This information is subject to change without notice. The most current information can be obtained from the Office of Financial Aid.

Financial Aid Applications (FAFSA) Must Be Renewed Each Year.

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