A Step-by-Step Guide for Financial Aid Applicants
1. Make a note of the financial aid application deadlines.
| Application Type | CSSPROFILE | FEDERAL TAX FORMS* | FAFSA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Round I | December 1 | December 1** | *** |
| Early Decision Round II | February 1 | February 1 | *** |
| Regular Decision | February 15 | March 1 | February 15 |
* Including all schedules and attachments.
** Please remember that you must also submit your new tax returns and W-2’s after the first of the year.
*** Award letters will contain information about the FAFSA, submitting 2011 taxes, and other requirements. The FAFSA is submitted between January and February.
2. Complete the required documents.
- College Scholarship Service (CSS) PROFILE Form. The Tufts code is 3901.
- Signed copies of all pages, schedules and W-2’s of the parents’ and student’s most recent federal tax returns.
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Tufts code is 002219.
When completing these documents, use the best figures available to you, and estimate if necessary to meet deadlines. We suggest you keep copies of all documents for your records. Financial aid applications cannot be considered until all required documents have been received. Note: Emailed tax returns will not be accepted as it is not a secure means of transmission.
3. Submit the required documents, by the deadline, to the proper recipients.
All documents are to be submitted to IDOC, an electronic imaging service of the College Board. (In response to the CSS PROFILE application, IDOC will send applicants a personalized cover sheet, providing detailed instructions, and listing all documents required by Tufts, to be returned directly to the IDOC service.) Please do not send tax returns to Tufts.
4. Await notification of the admission and financial aid decisions.
Students who are offered admission to Tufts and submit all financial aid application materials on time will be notified of their financial aid decision within a week of receiving their admission acceptance letter.
Financial aid application materials should be sent to:
Tufts University Student Financial Services
Dowling Hall
Medford, MA 02155