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Important Dates for Financial Aid

The most important financial aid dates revolve around the FAFSA application. The FAFSA for the new academic year is available starting Oct. 1.

FASFA Application Calendar

Month

Description

October 1
Yearly, Oct. 1 is the first date to submit the FAFSA for federal processing, FAFSA.
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. 

Payment Calendar

2026 - 2027 Disbursement Dates

Summer 2026 Fall 2026 Spring 2027 Disbursements/Refunds
May 1, 2026 July 2, 2026 Dec. 18, 2026 Estimated/Authorized Financial Aid post to Student Accounts
June 1, 2026 Aug. 31, 2026 Jan. 25, 2027 Financial Aid Disbursements
June 12, 2026 Sept. 11, 2026 Feb. 5, 2027 Refunds Processed by Student Accounts

 

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.