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Applications to Complete
The FAFSA is the initial application used by college students across the country for grants, educational loans, work-study, and other forms of aid.
Are you a PA resident?
We encourage first-time FAFSA applicants to complete the PA State Grant Form and High School Form as soon as possible after submitting their FAFSA. However, for 2025-26 FAFSA applicants PHEAA has delayed the start of these next steps. When that process begins, PHEAA will email students and will update information on its site .
Be aware of PHEAA's deadline for FAFSA submission.
Not a PA resident?
Check out other state grants.
By completing just a single application , you’ll be considered for 300+ Penn College scholarships. But don’t stop there. Visit our External Scholarships page to start your search for private scholarships.
To receive any Federal Direct Student Loans, you must complete the Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling. Complete in May or June after you’ve committed to Penn College for fall entry, or October for spring.
The Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan or a non-federal private alternative loan may be used for any remaining balance not covered by other aid. These loans require separate applications. Apply for these loans until after you have received your tuition bill and have confirmed the amount to borrow.
Important Dates
DEC 01 | Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on or before December 1 |
DEC 01 | Penn College Scholarship Application opens |
MAR 01 | FAFSA priority submission deadline for 2025-26 Complete ASAP if not yet submitted |
APR 01 | Penn College Scholarship awarding begins |
NOTE: You do not have to be accepted by the College in order to apply for government financial aid. Apply by these deadline dates even if you have not been accepted, or have not decided which college you will attend.
See Aid Notification for more details on what to expect after you apply for aid.
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