Priority Deadlines
| CSS Profile | FAFSA | |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision | December 1st | February 15th |
| Regular Admission | February 15th | February 15th |
Net Price Calculator
The Pioneer Price Financial Aid and Net Price Calculator was created to help you get a quick estimate of your financial aid eligibility, as well as an estimate of your federal expected family contribution (EFC) so you can determine your true out-of-pocket costs if you attend. This calculator is designed to provide an estimate of your financial aid eligibility. Results are based on 2012-2013 Cost of Attendance figures and student aid eligibility requirements. You must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and CSS Profile (Financial Aid Application provided through the College Board) to receive an official financial aid package.
Complete your CSS Profile Application
- School Code 3780
- Application available October 1
- Click the CollegeBoard icon to register and complete the application online
- Some families may also be required to complete the Non-Custodial Parent Profile
Complete your FAFSA
School Code 001403 - Application available January 1
- Click the FAFSA icon to complete the application online
- Before beginning your FAFSA the student and parent must apply for a PIN Number
Review your Award Package
Once the student has been accepted to SHU, an Award package will be made available to view online through SHUawards.
Students can access financial assistance information online including:
Students can access financial assistance information online including: - View your financial assistance awards
- Accept your awards
- View the status of your application
- A list of documents received and documents outstanding
- Monitor the status of student loans for the current year
Receiving your ID number and Pin number to SHUawards:
Once you are accepted into Sacred Heart University, you will receive a congratulatory letter from The Office of Financial Assistance via e-mail. At this time, please go to SHUawards and click on "First Time User" in the "Log In" box. To activate your account, enter your seven digit Student ID number found at the top of the e-mail and follow the prompts to create your PIN. This will allow you to monitor your award, review required information and pending documents or forms.
Once you are accepted into Sacred Heart University, you will receive a congratulatory letter from The Office of Financial Assistance via e-mail. At this time, please go to SHUawards and click on "First Time User" in the "Log In" box. To activate your account, enter your seven digit Student ID number found at the top of the e-mail and follow the prompts to create your PIN. This will allow you to monitor your award, review required information and pending documents or forms.