Student Financial Aid - Carnegie Mellon University

News & Announcements

  • 12-13 Financial Aid - The preferred deadline for applying for financial aid for 2012-2013 was Monday, April 16. View undergraduate or graduate student instructions to apply.
  • Summer Financial Aid - Instructions and information for 2012 Summer Financial Aid is now available.
  • Tax Benefits - The federal government provides a number of tax incentives, including credits and deductions, to help lower the cost of higher education. Learn more.
  • Special Direct Consolidation Loans - The U.S. Department of Education will offer Special Direct Consolidation Loans to eligible borrowers beginning January 17, 2012 and ending June 30, 2012. Learn more.
  • FAFSA - Avoid these mistakes when completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Upcoming Dates & Deadlines

  • April 16 - Preferred undergraduate and graduate financial aid application deadline for 12-13

Loan Disbursement Dates

Loan Term Dates Disbursement Dates
2012-2013 Academic Year 8/27/12 - 5/14/13 8/20/12 - 1/7/13
2012 Fall Semester 8/27/12 - 12/18/12 8/20/12
2013 Spring Semester 1/14/13 - 5/14/13 1/7/13