Deadlines
The Earlier, The Better
Every step in the student loan process has deadlines. Make sure you read all of the paperwork and complete each task as early as possible.
Important School-Year Deadlines
| Submit your FAFSA |
As soon after January 1st as possible |
| Receive your SAR |
About a month after you submit your FAFSA |
| Submit all financial paperwork |
April 1st (no foolin'!) |