Applying for Aid
Requirements and Dates
Application Requirements
Filing earlier than our priority filing dates is not necessary. Application requirements vary by citizenship status and admission application or enrollment status. Please refer to the US Department of Education for a definition of Eligible Noncitizens.
Stanford treats undocumented students as US domestic students in the admission application process. Undocumented applicants should follow the timelines for US Citizens & Eligible Noncitizens depending on their application status below. The FAFSA is not required for undocumented students. California residents should file the California Dream Act Application no later than March 2nd of the spring before enrollment.
Follow the link below for an application checklist for your situation:
Freshman Applicants
- Restrictive Early Action US Citizens & Eligible Noncitizens
- Restrictive Early Action International Applicants
- Regular Decision US Citizens & Eligible Noncitizens
- Regular Decision International Applicants
Transfer Applicants
Continuing Students
Priority Filing Dates
| Type of Admission | If Application Submitted by | Aid Notification Released |
|---|---|---|
Restrictive Early Action |
November 15 |
Mid-December |
Regular Decision |
February 15 |
Early April |
Transfer |
March 15 |
Mid-May |
| Type of Admission | If Application Submitted by | Aid Notification Released |
|---|---|---|
All |
April 30 |
August |
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