News and Deadlines for Incoming Students

Recommended FAFSA Deadline and Award Notifications: First-year students starting in a fall semester are encouraged to complete the online FAFSA by the December 1 prior to their start. (The FAFSA opens on October 1 each year.) If you are from Pennsylvania, the state deadline for the FAFSA is May 1. Award notifications will be sent electronically starting in mid-February.
Apply Now for Special Scholarship Opportunities: First-year students are automatically considered for most academic scholarships at Penn State Behrend, but there are several scholarships that require a special application.
Additional Loan Opportunities Available: After you receive your Student Aid Award Notification, if you would like to pursue additional loan opportunities, you can apply online for a Federal Direct Parent Loan (PLUS) or an Alternative Loan after June 1 before the school year you are starting.
Looking for a job on campus?: Students have many opportunities for college employment.
Financial Aid Webinars: Please join us for our financial aid webinars!