Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 15th of January, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
Carleton is committed to making its education affordable to all admitted students (US citizens and residents) and has a financial package to meet the full need of all admitted students.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants;
i. Must meet the entry requirements for admission
ii. Must apply and be admitted into Carleton
Value of Scholarship:
The Carleton Domestic Financial Aid Package meets 100% of the demonstrated need of every admitted freshman student.
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
Step 1: Check the box!
When you fill out your application for admission, check the box indicating that you intend to apply for financial aid. No separate form is required.
Step 2: CSS Profile
• School code: 6081
• Helps us determine financial need.
• For 2025–2026, use 2023 tax information.
• Custodial and noncustodial parents need to complete a CSS Profile.
• The CSS Profile is free for families making up to $100,000 a year. For families earning above that, there is an initial fee of $25. Find more information on the CSS Profile website.
• Print your profile acknowledgement and keep it in your file.
Step 3: FAFSA (Available Dec 1, 2024)
• School code: 002340
• Used to determine eligibility for federal and state aid; only the primary custodian needs to complete.
• You must complete the FAFSA if you want to qualify for federal loans, whether subsidized or unsubsidized.
• For 2025–2026, submit 2023 tax information using either the IRS Data Retrieval Tool or your IRS Tax Return Transcript.
• No fee.
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Carleton College Undergraduate Financial Aid Page.