Submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step in applying for federal and state financial aid is required before submitting applications for most institutional and outside scholarships. The FAFSA will guide you through questions necessary to determine your financial aid eligibility and Student Aid Index (SAI), according to a formula established by law.
Learn How to Fill Out Your FAFSA
Completing Your FAFSA
- Students attending college from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, should file the 2025-2026 FAFSA. This covers the UNH College of Professional Studies' Summer 2025 Session, Fall 2025 Semester, and Spring 2026 Semester.
- Students attending college from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, should file the 2026-2027 FAFSA. This covers the UNH College of Professional Studies' Summer 2026 Session, Fall 2026 Semester, and Spring 2027 Semester.
When filling out your FAFSA, ensure that your information is available for processing by updating your school code section to include UNH:
- University of New Hampshire Federal School Code: 002589
Without our school code on your FAFSA, the Financial Aid Team will not receive your FAFSA from the Department of Education.
Students are required to reapply for student financial aid on an annual basis. The student aid period is July 1st to June 30th of each year which coincides with our 8-Week Summer Term and 16-Week Fall and Spring Semesters. The FAFSA is generally available by October 1st each year.
Many changes are coming to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the current financial aid year due to the FAFSA Simplification Act that was passed by Congress in 2020.
FAFSA Reapplication Process
Students are required to reapply for student financial aid on an annual basis. The student aid period is July 1st to June 30th of each year which coincides with our 8-Week Summer Term and 16-Week Fall and Spring Semesters. Please visit Tuition and Aid for step-by-step instructions.
Additional FAFSA Notes
Verification
A financial aid application may be chosen for verification by the U.S. Department of Education or by the UNH College of Professional Studies. The purpose of verification is to maintain the integrity of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs by verifying the information provided by students and parents on their FAFSA. If you are selected for verification, you are required to submit additional documentation. Visit Eligibility Requirements to learn more.
Conflicting Information
Your FAFSA application may also contain conflicting information that requires resolution. You are required to submit the appropriate documentation and/or additional information requested in order to resolve your FAFSA. Visit Eligibility Requirements to learn more.
Special Circumstances
We recognize that a student’s and/or family’s true circumstances may not be accurately portrayed in their FAFSA. Approved special circumstances allow the Office of Financial Aid to adjust a FAFSA accordingly which may increase financial aid eligibility. Visit Financial Aid Forms to submit a Special Circumstance Request.