Successfully receiving financial aid requires a number of steps that must be completed by certain dates. Our priority deadline is May 15th. By completing the financial aid process by this date will ensure that you will receive the maximum financial aid that you are eligible for.  Below, we've demonstrated the typical path for incoming students. If you encounter any problems, please contact the Financial Aid Office.

Estimate Your Financial Aid Eligibility

Curious what your financial aid eligibility will be? FAFSA 4Caster and the Financial Aid Estimator can help you out.

Get Admitted to BSU

You must be admitted as a "regular student" before financial aid applications can be processed. The Application for Admission form can be completed online or through the BSU Admissions Office. Submit your final high school transcript as well as transcripts from all other colleges that you have attended to the BSU Admissions Office.

Complete the BSU Financial Aid Application

The BSU Financial Aid Form is required every year to determine eligibility for aid.  It can be downloaded here.

File Tax Forms Early

Complete your federal tax return prior to submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Do not use estimated tax data when completing your FAFSA. 

Complete your FAFSA

Apply online using FAFSA on the Web. Use code 002336 to indicate BSU as your school of attendance. Use the PIN website to access your personal identification number for you and your parent. This pin number will act as your electronic signature for the FAFSA as well as other forms throughout the financial aid process.

Avoid Delays

Consult our helpful tips to avoid having anything hold up your financial aid application. There is important information here concerning students who are enrolled in Extended Learning programs or are changing schools.

Review Financial Aid Award Letter

BSU will send a notice to your BSU email account when your financial aid awards are ready to be viewed. Log into your e-services account and print out the award letter read through it carefully and compare it to your bill. If you were awarded, and would like to receive, student loans sign and return the Student Loan Request Form to the BSU Financial Aid Office. Federal student loans require an entrance counseling session and an electronic Master Promissory Note before the funds can be applied to your bill. If you were awarded work study turn the authorization form into your supervisor. Additional information regarding student employment can be found here. Please read the financial aid award letter enclosure for additional information.

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