Vassar Admissions
 

Early Decision Financial Aid Checklist
U.S. Citizens And Permanent Residents

  • Keep a file copy of all documents you submit.
  • Write your name and social security number in the upper right hand corner of all documents you send to the college.
  • Comply with all deadlines for the best chance of receiving financial aid.
  • Send all documents except FAFSA & CSS PROFILE to:
    Office of Financial Aid
    Vassar College Box 8
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12604-0008
  • Complete and submit your College Scholarship Service (CSS) PROFILE application by November 1 for Early Decision I or by December 15 for Early Decision II.
  • File your federal income tax returns (for you and your parents) as soon as possible after January 1. Send signed copies of your return and your parents’ return, including all pages, schedules, and W2s, to the Office of Financial Aid.
  • Complete and submit your FAFSA online or mail the paper application to the federal processor after January 1 but no later than April 19.
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Vassar PROFILE Code: 2956
Vassar FAFSA Code: 002895

Additional Requirements for Special Circumstances

Noncustodial Profile: If your parents are divorced or separated, your noncustodial parent must complete this form (download it here) through the CollegeBoard. They will also need to mail their most recent signed federal tax return (all schedules, and W-2 forms) to the Office of Financial Aid at the above address. Deadline: February 1

Noncustodial Waiver Petition: Vassar College requires financial information from both natural parents to determine a student's financial aid eligibility. If you are requesting that the financial information from your noncustodial parent be waived, then please return the completed form (download it here) to the Office of Financial Aid at the above address. Deadline: February 1

Business/Farm Supplement: If your family holds an interest in a business or farm, you just submit a form (download it here) for each business or farm in which they hold an interest. If there are corporations or partnerships, attach copies of the most recent business tax returns (IRS Forms 1120, 1120S, 1065, K-1). Send the supplement and returns to the Office of Financial Aid at the above address. Deadline: Early Decision I – November 15 / Early Decision II – January 1

Social Security Benefits Statement: If you or a member of your household received Social Security benefits last year, you will receive Form SSA-1099 from Social Security in January. Send a copy to the Office of Financial Aid at the above address as soon as possible.

Statement of Overseas Living Expenses: If you are a U.S. citizen living abroad, you must complete this statement (download it here) and send it to the Office of Financial Aid at the above address. Deadline: Early Decision I – November 15 / Early Decision II - January 1

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