Important Financial Aid Dates and Deadlines

Important Financial Aid Dates & Deadlines

July 16: Fall Semester Billing Statement Sent

The Fall billing statement was sent on July 16.
Students should log into HokieSpa and view their statement under the Money tab.
Changes in charges, financial aid, or direct payments after July 16 will appear only in the Account Activity section—new statements will not be generated.

Now: Sign Up for Money Matters Zoom Sessions

Money Matters: Covering the Gap sessions are running now through August.
These Zoom sessions explain your billing statement, balance due, and payment options.
Register through the Money Matters webpage.

By August 1: Apply for PLUS or Private Loans

If using a Federal Parent PLUS Loan, apply by August 1 at studentaid.gov.
Explore private loan options and apply by August 1 using the ElmSelect Tool.
Applying by this date ensures the loan is processed in time for the Fall billing due date.

August 11: Fall Semester Bill Due

Pay the Fall bill in full by August 11 to avoid late fees.
Use financial aid, the Budget Tuition Payment Plan, and/or direct payments.
Need help? Visit the Bursar’s Office website.

Just In Time!

Register for a Money Matters Covering the Gap Zoom Session.
File your 2025-2026 FAFSA if you need to utalize Federal Financial Aid for next year and have not filed yet!