Maryland FAFSA Deadline - March 1

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FAFSA Deadline

The deadline to file your FAFSA in Maryland is March 1, 2015. If you want to be considered for grants from the state and local governments then you MUST file your FAFSA by March 1. Students who file after this deadline will automatically be put on the waiting list for state and local grants.

If you are not a Maryland resident, find out when your state's deadline is on the FAFSA website.

Don't forget, the code for NDMU is 002065. Also, if you did not provide your social security number on your admissions application to Notre Dame, you need to call and speak to your admissions counselor. We use the social security number to locate your FAFSA, download it, and create your financial aid package.

Tips from the Office of Financial Aid

The office of financial aid at NDMU has some tips to help you complete your FAFSA:

• It's okay to estimate the information on the FAFSA so that you can complete it on time. 
• Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool after you have filed your taxes
• Visit the site of the Maryland Higher Education Commision (MHEC) to learn about state aid programs
• Explore outside scholarships, we have a list on our financial aid website
• Check your email! This is the primary way the office of financial aid will communicate with you.

FAFSA Filing Deadline - February 15

Filing the FAFSA

The deadline to file the FAFSA for Notre Dame of Maryland University is February 15, the day after Valentine's Day.  We ask you to do this early so that we have ample to process it, help you correct any errors, and create a financial aid package for you. Every school you include on the FAFSA may give you a slightly different package. To include NDMU, use the code 002065.

Your financial aid package from Notre Dame of Maryland University might include grants, loans, and federal work-study.

What if it's not enough?

We work very closely with you to help you understand your financial aid package and determine the actual cost of attendance. The most important aspect of the financial aid process is open communication between you and your family and admissions and the office of financial aid. NDMU has an excellent financial aid website with an abundance of resources: www.ndm.edu/admissions/financial-aid/

Don't forget to keep applying to external scholarships, even if they are small. All of that money adds up and can make a difference. You can find a list here.

Another great resource for finding additional aid for in-state students is the Maryland Higher Education Commision, or MHEC. You can find a list of what they offer here.

If you haven't started your FAFSA yet, go to fafsa.ed.gov

Remember, you can always contact us if you have any questions or concerns.