Shepherd University

Your Ram Fam FAFSA Roadmap

It’s time to file the FAFSA to determine how much financial aid you qualify for. It’s easier than it looks! Follow these steps and be sure to file with Shepherd's school code, 003822.

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87%

of Rams receive
financial aid.

1 HOUR

It takes most people less than one hour to fill out the new FAFSA form.

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$26M

in financial aid and scholarships awarded annually.

More families qualify for aid than you might think!

Regardless of family income, future Rams who want to be considered for federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs—including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans—should complete the FAFSA form.

1. Get ready to file.

Before you begin, there are a couple things you can do to get ready.

First, you and your parent/guardian will each need to register for your own FSA ID using social security numbers (SSN) and email addresses. Learn more about creating your account(s).

Next, gather the information and documents you’ll need—like SSNs, tax returns, and driver's license numbers. See the list here.

2. Fill out the FAFSA.

When you’re ready, log into fafsa.gov to fill out the 2023-24 FAFSA form. It takes most people less than one hour.

Use our school code: 003822

This ensures that our financial aid office receives the results of your FAFSA.

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3. Apply to be a Ram.

If you haven’t already, submit your application to Shepherd! Applying is fast and easy—no fee, essay, or test scores are required. You’ll be automatically considered for merit scholarships and get your admission decision quickly.

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We’ll reach out soon!

Your completed FAFSA form will be used by our financial aid office to assess your eligibility for grants, scholarships, loans, and more. In just a few weeks, you can expect to receive an email outlining your financial aid offer.

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We got you. Let us help you file the FAFSA, apply for admission, understand your financial aid offer, or tackle any other challenges. We're standing by to answer your questions.

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