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Financial Aid Application Process at Champlain College

The financial aid application process is separate from the admissions application. Do not wait for your admissions acceptance before applying for financial aid.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be available October 1! Applicants should fill out the FAFSA to get an official Federal Aid package. Although applications are accepted throughout the year, our need-based scholarships are awarded first to students who meet the priority filing date and then on a rolling basis, if funds are available.

Have questions? Contact us!

Office of Financial Aid
?(802) 992-1474
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How the Financial Aid Process Works

Apply to Champlain

Submit your application for admission to Champlain College, but please do NOT wait to get your admission decision to apply for financial aid.

When available, Complete Your FAFSA Form

Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for an official financial aid award.

  • Champlain¡¯s FAFSA school code: 003684

Apply for State Grants and Scholarships

Complete any applications required for state grant and/or state scholarship programs.

Apply for Outside Scholarships

Apply for outside scholarships through your high school and local civic, professional, religious, and other community organizations.

Receive Your Offer Letter

A financial aid award offer will be sent to applicants who are accepted for admission.

Net Price Calculator

The Net Price Calculator estimates how much and what types of financial aid you might qualify for as a full-time student.

Estimate your cost with our net price calculator

Financial Aid Priority Deadlines

Admissions Program FAFSA Priority Filing Dates*
Early Decision February 1
Early Action February 1
Regular Decision February 1
Transfer Applicants February 1
Spring 2026 Applicants Rolling

*Applicants are considered to have met the priority filing date if the FAFSA is submitted on or before the date listed.

Champlain¡¯s FAFSA School Code: 003684

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