International Students
International students who received financial aid as first-year students are not required to reapply and will receive their offer in early June. Your adviser is available to answer any questions.
Learn MoreApplying for Financial Aid
This page is for current Undergraduate students. Prospective and Graduate students have their own pages covering financial aid processes and information.
New for 24-25: FAFSA application changes
The FAFSA Simplification Act brought changes to the FAFSA application. Learn more about what that means for your application.
Due to technical difficulties with families accessing the FAFSA, we are extending the FAFSA application deadline to February 15th. There will be a delay between the date you submit the FAFSA and when we receive it. Hopkins will not be able to confirm receipt until mid-April. If you have submitted the FAFSA, please check the To-Do List on the Financial Aid tab in SIS in April for confirmation of receipt. Your aid will not be jeopardized if the receipt is not confirmed until after February 15.
Support Throughout the Financial Aid Process
Our financial aid advisers are here to guide you through the process from beginning to end. We can answer questions, provide assistance with your application, and walk you through the types of financial aid available.
Estimating Your College Costs
You can expect your Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) to be roughly the same from year to year if:
- Your family’s financial circumstances stay the same
- The number of siblings in undergraduate programs stays the same
Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your current aid offer, you must apply each year.
International students offered aid at admission do not need to reapply.
Deadline to submit financial aid application and required materials January 15
Important Codes
Johns Hopkins FAFSA school code
E00473
CollegeBoard CSS Profile code
5332
Deadlines and Requirements
Required Documents
| Click below to submit | U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents | Undocumented and DACA Students |
|---|---|---|
| FAFSA |
required for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
|
not required for Undocumented and DACA Students
|
| CSS Profile |
required for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
|
required for Undocumented and DACA Students
|
| IDOC |
required for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
|
required for Undocumented and DACA Students
|
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
Undocumented and DACA Students
Note: International students offered aid at admission do not need to reapply.
Unfamiliar with any of these documents? Jump to Documents Explained.
October 1
The CSS Profile application is available to complete.
December 31
The FAFSA application is available to complete.
January 15
Important
The deadline to submit your CSS Profile and all required documents. While a late submission won’t affect your eligibility for financial aid, it may delay your offer, so we encourage you to submit everything on time.
February 15
Important
Due to technical difficulties with families accessing the FAFSA, we are extending the application deadline to February 15. There will be a delay between the date you submit the FAFSA and when we receive it. Based on the timeline provided by Federal Student Aid, we anticipate receiving FAFSA applications by mid-March. Your FAFSA application will show as incomplete in your To-Do list until that time.
June 1
For Maryland residents only: The Maryland Higher Education Commission has extended the Maryland financial aid deadline to submit the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to June 1, 2024. However, students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA by the priority deadline of March 1, 2024 to receive notification of eligibility by April 15, 2024.
Mid-June
Your financial aid offer will be available to view on the Student Information System (SIS) Self-Service page.
Mid-July
Your fall charges, including anticipated financial aid and credits, will be posted to your bill, which is available on the Student Information System (SIS) Self-Service page.
Late August
Your fall financial aid will be disbursed to your billing account.
Early December
Your spring charges, including anticipated financial aid and credits, will be posted to your bill, which is available on the Student Information System (SIS) Self-Service page.
Late January
Your spring financial aid will be disbursed to your billing account.
Documents Explained
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to determine your eligibility for federal grants, loans, and work-study. It asks questions about you, your family, and your financial circumstances, so it’s helpful to have recent year tax returns on hand before you get started.
- FASFA is free for all students.
- Enter the code E00473 to send your information to Hopkins.
CSS Profile
The CSS Profile from College Board is an online application universities across the country use to offer institutional financial aid. Like the FAFSA, it asks questions about your family’s financial circumstances—so before you get started, gather any recent records that you have.
- Submitting the CSS Profile is free for U.S. students whose family income is below $100,000.
- Enter the code 5332 to send your information to Hopkins.
IDOC
The Institutional Documentation Service (IDOC) allows you and your family to send us financial documents, like tax returns and W-2 forms. If these aren’t available, you can submit other documentation of parent wages, like the parent non-tax filer form. We use these documents to determine your eligibility for institutional financial aid.
- There is no cost to use IDOC for students and families.
- You’ll be asked to upload these documents after you complete the CSS Profile.
Support for Unique Situations
We know that your circumstances might change during your time at Hopkins. Your adviser is available to answer your questions and walk you through the process related to your unique situation.
Undocumented and DACA Students
Undocumented and DACA students are eligible for merit scholarships and need-based aid. Because you may not have access to the same documents as other students, we have special instructions for applying for financial aid.
Learn How To ApplyVerification
Verification is a routine process for confirming the information on your FAFSA. If selected, you’ll be asked to submit additional documents to Student Financial Support.
Complete VerificationReconsideration of Your Aid
If your family’s circumstances change during the academic year, impacting your ability to attend Hopkins, you may appeal your financial aid offer. Submit your appeal form and documentation online, and we’ll respond as quickly as possible.
Submit an AppealSatisfactory Academic Progress
Undergraduate students who receive federal student aid must be in good standing and maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward obtaining their degree or certificate.
Learn More