Apply for Aid

STEP 1: Fill out the FAFSA

Complete the FAFSA form after December 1. Gordon's code is 002153.

The FAFSA was updated in 2024-2025! Learn more about the changes →

ACCESS FAFSA

For students starting in the fall of 2025, complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA.

The FAFSA provides Gordon with an assessment of your family’s financial strengths. Financial aid awards are based on information from the FAFSA.
 

STEP 2: Receive your financial aid award

Awards will be sent on a rolling basis to tell you how much aid you qualify for—including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study.

UNDERSTAND YOUR AWARD

STEP 3: Send in your deposit

In order to hold your financial aid award and housing, a refundable $200 deposit is due no later than June 1. Pay online or make checks payable to Gordon College and send to:

Gordon College
Office of Admissions
255 Grapevine Road
Wenham, MA 01984
 

STEP 4: Explore loan options and work-study

A. If you were awarded Federal Direct Loans, follow the links below for further instruction:

Apply for Direct Loans →

B. If you were awarded Federal Work-Study, click here for more information:

Accepted Student Employment Information →

C. Are you looking for ways to finance your remaining costs? Review the following options:

Apply for a PLUS Loan →
Apply for an Alternative Loan →
Check out our Payment Options →