Students who have successfully applied to Harvard University must confirm their scholarship application as soon as possible. This will be very helpful to everyone. Next, we will bring you the application guide for Harvard University Scholarship in the United States.
Fill out the aid application
The process for applying for financial aid at Harvard University is the same for all students. Let’s give a general introduction first, and learn the details below.
·Regardless of your nationality and application location, you need to submit the scholarship application form (CSS Profile) and IDOC Packet.
·U.S. citizens and permanent residents are also required to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is free and is the only one you need to submit if you only want to apply for federal grants.
I Deadlines
Our goal is to provide you with a financial aid decision at the time you are admitted. For students applying for Early Decision, this means anticipating financial aid in mid-December, while both Early Decision and Regular Decision applicants will receive financial aid decisions around April 1. Although the school will accept late applications, if you do not submit your application according to the timeline in the table below, the school may not be able to get back to you as soon as possible. Please note that you won't get the IDOC until you complete the CSS.
Early Decision Deadline Regular Admission Deadline Transfer Deadline
CSS Profile November 1, February 1, March 1
FAFSA November November 1, February 1, March 1
IDOC November 1, February 1, March 1
Submit your application online through the College Board. Please be sure to use code 3434 and list Harvard University as the recipient. If your parents are together, they will submit a CSS. If they are separated or divorced, the parents will fill out their own CSS.
ⅡCSS Profile
The CSS is a question about your family's financial situation, including the numbers you will find on your family's tax return. If you haven't filed your tax return yet, feel free to estimate it. The school will update the CSS after you submit your actual tax return.
Based on the financial status of American students, CSS provides them with tuition exemptions. If you are an international student and are unable to pay CSS's fees, or you live in a country where the College Board cannot process payments, you can follow alternative guidance on our website.
? ? ⅢFAFSA
The FAFSA is a free form that determines your eligibility for federal aid. Only U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or other eligible non-U.S. citizens are required to submit the FAFSA.
Starting from October 1st, the latest FAFSA will be launched. This application can be downloaded online or through a mobile application. Remember to add Harvard's code E00468 so the school can receive the FAFSA. The Completing the FAFSA page on the school’s official website has suggestions to help you apply.
? IV IDOC Packet
Schools require tax and other documents to be submitted through the College Board IDOC service, which is a fast and secure way to upload your information for review. IDOC services will be open in late October or early November to all applicants who have completed CSS.
IDOC will display a basic list of files to upload, but the list they require is not the final list you need to submit. Additional required documents are listed below. Collect all of the following applications and submit to IDOC. Please do not send money orders or estimated tax bills. The school needs the actual 2020 tax return on file with the government. If your document is not in English, be sure to translate it into English.
· 2020 Income Tax Documents from both parents: For U.S. students, this is typically the signed 1040 federal income tax return containing all pages and schedules, including Form W-2. For many international students, this will be any documentation of income your parents submit to the government of the country where the school is located. If your parents didn't file taxes, submit a non-filer return, along with any documentation they have, such as a pay stub, proof of pay, or a letter from their employer stating their annual income.
·Student 2020 Income Tax Documents: If you did not file tax documents, please submit a statement of non-filing and submit a copy of any W-2 forms if you received them. Students filing tax returns should make sure they sign.
·Business Documents: If one of your parents has an interest in a business or farm, please submit:
o?A Business or Farm Supplement for each business or farm sheet.
o? 2019 business tax return for each business or farm. In the United States, this refers to the complete 1065 Partnership Income, 1120 Corporation Income and 1120 Corporation Income, as well as the K-1 statement.
·Trust or estate documents: If you or your parents are the beneficiary of an estate or trust, please submit:
o A complete trust tax return.
o?A letter describing the contents, value and availability of the trust or estate.
Additional information: If you have any unusual expenses or special circumstances you would like to share, please attach your additional documentation.