New Incoming Students Application Process
Priority Deadlines
| Admission Type | CSS Profile | FAFSA |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I | November 15 | January 1 |
| Early Action I | December 1 | January 1 |
| Early Decision II | January 15 | January 15 |
| Early Action II | February 1 | February 1 |
| Regular Admission | February 15 | February 15 |
Net Price Calculator
The Pioneer Price Financial Aid and Net Price Calculator is not an official award. Instead it is a tool designed to provide a quick estimate of your financial aid eligibility so you may determine your out-of-pocket costs if you attend.
Results are based on 2021-2022 Cost of Attendance figures and student aid eligibility requirements.
Complete the CSS Profile Application
To be considered for institutional or private financial assistance
- School Code 3780
- Application available October 1
- Visit CollegeBoard to register and complete the application online
- Some families may also be required to complete the Non-Custodial Parent Profile if their legal parents do not live together
Complete the FAFSA
The free application for federal and state financial assistance
- School Code 001403
- Application available for 2025-2026 now
- Visit FAFSA to register and complete the application online
- Use the U.S. Department of Education's Pro Tips to help you successfully complete the FAFSA form.
- The Financial Aid Direct Data Exchange (FA-DDX) will transfer contributors’ federal tax information from the IRS directly into your FAFSA form. All contributors must provide consent and approval to have their federal tax information transferred into the FAFSA form in order for the student to be eligible for federal aid.
Review your Award Package | SHU Awards Account
SHU Awards is the primary tool used by Student Financial Assistance to communicate with you. To create your account visit SHU Awards and select "First Time User" in the log in box. To activate your account, enter your 7-digit Student ID number and follow the prompts to create your password.
As an accepted student, you may do the following via SHU Awards:
- view your financial assistance award(s) by semester
- accept, reduce, or decline your award(s)
- view your estimated cost of attendance & financial aid offer
- confirm the status of your financial assistance documents
- review important messaging related to your award(s)
- view your federal loan history from the National Student Loan Database (NSLDS)