First-Time Freshman Applicants

Applicants must

1. apply for admission to University of Holy Cross;
2. begin the Financial Aid process in January of the year the student plans to enter the University:
   1. complete the FAFSA form online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Be sure to include the University of Holy Cross SCHOOL CODE, 002023, on the FAFSA form. The priority application deadline is February 15^th for incoming students;
   2. read any letter University of Holy Cross sends and return the letter or any forms that are requested;
3. read the award letter carefully. Follow the directions in the letter and return it to the Office of Student Financial Aid by the designated date.

If students are taking out a loan, they must complete an online Entrance Interview module. The University cannot release a loan to anyone who does not have an Entrance Interview on file with the Department of Education. Students must also complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN). Both can be completed at http://www.studentloans.gov.

In order for aid to be processed, admission paperwork must be completed (i.e., academic transcripts and immunization records).