Priority Dates and Deadlines
Important Dates to Know Before You Begin
Apply early for financial aidMoney provided to the student and the family to help them pay for the student's education. Major forms of financial aid include gift aid (grants and scholarships) and self help aid (loans and work).. Awards are given to students who have the greatest need and have submitted all required documentation to our office. Below are the priority dates.
| Fall/Spring | Spring Only | Summer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Submit FAFSA by |
March 15 |
August 15 | February 15 |
Financial aid is limited and the demand is usually greater than available funds. Applying for financial aid is usually a two- to three-month process.
Your data must reach our office before your file can be processed. You’re responsible for finishing the application in a timely manner so the data and all completed documents reach our office before the priority dates.
When Will Aid Be Awarded?
For early applicants who are newly admitted to UNT, awards are made in late April/early May for the upcoming year.
For early applicants who have attended UNT in the prior year, awards are made after Spring grades post, which is in mid-to-late May.
