When to Expect Your Offer Letter

You'll receive your offer letter in late February for the upcoming school year.

See what's inside an offer letter

Timeline & Process

  • Students who missed the FAFSA priority deadline will be processed afterward.
  • Log into Joe'SS (student self-service system) to accept or decline aid.

Additional Scholarships or Loans

PLUS Loans

Parent PLUS and Graduate PLUS loans are not automatically included in your offer and require a credit check. We'll process approved applications for the requested amount.

Apply separately at studentaid.gov

Other Scholarships

Your offer may change if you receive additional scholarships or fellowships later. You'll be notified of any revisions to your offer letter.

How to report external scholarships

Requirements to Keep Your Aid

To keep your aid, you must meet satisfactory academic progress standards, complete all required documents, and maintain full-time registration when applicable.

See how to maintain eligibility for financial aid

How Your Aid is Applied

Financial aid automatically pays for tuition, fees, housing, food, and books. If you have leftover funds, you'll receive a refund within 7-10 business days, and aid typically disburses before classes start.

Learn how aid is disbursed