#  What do I need to do to be considered for need-based grant aid?  

 



 In order to be considered for need-based institutional grant aid, all applicants are encouraged to complete the [HDS Application for Financial Aid](/admissions-aid/financial-aid/apply-for-financial-aid), which becomes available to all MDiv and MTS applicants in mid-January. U.S. Citizens and eligible non-citizens will be required to submit a [Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)](https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) and the [HDS Application for Financial Aid](/admissions-aid/financial-aid/apply-for-financial-aid). The FAFSA can be submitted after January 1 (it is available as of October 1, 2021) of the year you intend to apply for admission. The deadline for applying for need-based financial aid is generally in mid-February.



 

 

 



 

 See also:- [ Admissions and Aid: Financial Aid ](/faq/admissions-aid-financial-aid)