We understand that cost is an important consideration for most families when choosing a college. The financial aid process may feel daunting to you; however, our office is here to help. We encourage all students who feel they need assistance to apply.

Your need is determined by comparing the total anticipated costs of a Saint Anselm education in a given year with the financial contribution that Saint Anselm expects from you and your family. Financial aid (scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study) is offered to help fund your education.

We believe that financing a student’s education is a family responsibility, to the extent that the family is able to help. Unless you qualify as an independent student by federal standards, or you have highly unusual circumstances, you must file with your parents. You should talk to a member of the financial aid staff, if you believe you have circumstances that warrant special consideration.

International Applicants (Deadline for Admission and Aid February 1st):
International students in need of financial aid must submit the following documents:

• International Student Financial Aid Application 
• International Student Certification of Finances

International citizens who need financial aid cannot apply for admission as early decision candidates.

All Prospective Students (Deadline March 15th):

• CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE (school code 3748)
• FAFSA (school code 002587)
• 2008 Tax Information submitted directly to the College Board IDOC Program (more information below)
  • Copies of federal tax returns for the student and parent, signed with all schedules
  • Copies of student and parent W-2 forms
• Student Tax Non-Filing Statement  if student taxes are not filed (with W2 forms)
• Parent Tax Non-Filing Statement  if parent taxes are not filed (with 1099 forms)

A few weeks after filing the FAFSA, you will receive an email with your Student Aid Report (SAR). Review the SAR and, if corrections are needed, update the information at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Office of Financial Aid receives an electronic copy of your SAR.

Shortly after completing the CSS Profile, the College Board IDOC Program will email the tax submission instructions to the email used to register for the Profile.  Please submit one packet of of 2008 federal tax returns for student and parents, including all pages, schedules, and W-2 forms to the College Board IDOC Program.  The College Board will provide the Office of Financial Aid with the tax information in a more secure, electronic format.  If you do not receive the submission instructions from the College Board within a week of completing the Profile form, please contact them at 305-829-9793.