Financial Aid March To-Do List

1. Complete your 2026-2027 FAFSA by April 15

• Missing the April 15 deadline means you will not be considered for Indiana State Aid is you are an Indiana resident, which could cost you up to $10,600 in lost funding
• Submit at: studentaid.gov

2. Search for scholarships in your field

       Professional associations

• Look up associations that match your intended major (both state and nationally)
  • Examples: Indiana Nursing Association, Michigan Agriculture Association, Ohio Teachers Association
• Check their websites for available scholarships

     Large companies in your field

• Search for major companies connected to your area of study
  • Example: Farm Credit offers significant scholarships for agriculture majors

3. Check out your local Community Foundation for scholarships

• Submission deadlines are coming up