International Applicant Financial Aid
We meet 100% of all demonstrated need
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ is committed to making its exceptional education affordable for all admitted students by meeting 100% of each student’s demonstrated financial need, and international students are eligible for the same institutional need-based financial aid and merit-based scholarships as domestic students. Each year, thanks to loyal and generous alumni donations, Â鶹ÊÓƵ awards millions of dollars in need-based financial aid and merit-based scholarships to its students.
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Applying for Financial Aid
We know that the college admission and financial aid application processes can be daunting, but we are committed to make this process as easy (and painless) as possible. Simply follow the 2 steps below and know that we are here to help you along the way!
Financial Aid Deadlines
Prospective Students
The deadlines for financial aid are the same as admission application deadlines. Students applying for financial aid must complete their Â鶹ÊÓƵ Certification of Finances by the following dates:
- Early Decision 1: November 15
- Early Decision 2: January 15
- Regular Decision: January 15
Returning Students
Returning student financial aid packages are automatically reviewed and completed. Nothing is required of the student. Returning students can expect their merit scholarship to remain unchanged. If there are changes to a student’s aid package, those changes will be communicated via email.
Types of Financial Aid
Please keep in mind that applicants who do not apply for need-based financial aid during the admission process will not be able to apply for need-based financial aid later.
Award Letters
An award letter, containing information about scholarships, grants, and working on campus, will be made available in the student’s applicant portal.
Returning students are notified via email that their award details for the next academic year are available in their MyFinancialAid portals through . These notifications start in April.
More Information about Award Letters & Next Steps
Still have questions?
Does Â鶹ÊÓƵ provide fee waivers for the CSS Profile?
Â鶹ÊÓƵ does not require, or accept, the CSS Profile for international students. Â鶹ÊÓƵ requires the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Certification of Finances from all international applicants, which is free to submit.
How do I submit the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Student Certification of Finances?
Once you submit your application to Â鶹ÊÓƵ, we will send you a confirmation email that includes log-in information for your student portal. Here, you’ll be able to upload your completed Certification of Finances.
Is Â鶹ÊÓƵ need-aware for international students?
Â鶹ÊÓƵ is need-aware in the application process as this allows us to meet 100% of demonstrated need for all admitted students.
What is included in Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s financial aid packages?
Â鶹ÊÓƵ meets full financial need for all of our students. In addition, Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s tuition, housing, and food costs do not include other expenses, like books, transportation, health insurance, incidental expenses, or any other charges that you could accrue throughout your program.
Contact information for international applicants:
Email: internationaladmission@denison.edu
Telephone: +1 740-587-6276
And continue to learn more about financial aid by visiting Your Finances.