Deadlines
Deadlines
Keeping up with deadlines and any items on the Financial Aid “To Do” list in Connect Carolina is an important part of the financial aid application process.
Important Incoming Undergraduate Dates
Carefully review the deadlines below. You will need to complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile on-time to be considered for academic scholarships and need-based university aid.
Don’t miss out on grants and scholarships by missing these important deadlines. To meet the deadline you must have completed all requested items (applications, and additional paperwork) by the deadline listed.
You may still be eligible for other types of aid such as loans, work-study, federal Pell Grants and scholarships from outside agencies after the deadline. If you are having trouble gathering the requested documents, please contact us.
In-State Deadlines
| Who? | What's My Deadline & What Do I Need To Do? |
|---|---|
| I've applied early action for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Academic Scholarships | December 1, 2025: FAFSA and CSS Profile applications must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I'm starting in Spring 2026 and want to be considered for Need-Based University Aid | February 1, 2026: FAFSA, CSS Profile applications, and additional paperwork must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I've applied regular decision for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Academic Scholarships | March 1, 2026: FAFSA and CSS Profile applications must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I've been admitted for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Need-Based University Aid | May 15, 2026: Any additional paperwork requested must be submitted (requested via the ConnectCarolina Student Center To-Do list) |
Out-Of-State Deadlines
| Who? | What's My Deadline & What Do I Need To Do? |
|---|---|
| I've applied early action for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Academic Scholarships and Need-Based University Aid | December 1, 2025: FAFSA and CSS Profile applications must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I'm starting in Spring 2026 and want to be considered for Need-Based University Aid | February 1, 2026: FAFSA, CSS Profile applications, and additional paperwork must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I've applied regular decision for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Academic Scholarships and Need-Based University Aid | March 1, 2026: FAFSA and CSS Profile applications must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I've applied as a transfer student for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for Need-Based University Aid | March 1, 2026: FAFSA and CSS Profile applications must be submitted (only submit CSS Profile if you have financial need) |
| I did my FAFSA and CSS profile by the on-time deadline and have now been admitted for Fall 2026 and want to be considered for University Need-Based Aid | May 15, 2026: Any additional paperwork requested must be submitted (requested via the ConnectCarolina Student Center To-Do list) |
CCI Laptop Deadlines
The CCI Laptop Grant is for first year incoming undergraduate or transfer students without a previous bachelor’s degree and eligibility is based on the CSS Profile application. If eligible and the grant is not used be the deadline listed below, you will no longer be able to use it.
| Who? | When Is My Deadline to Use My Grant? |
|---|---|
| I'm a new incoming first-degree undergraduate student starting in Fall 2026. I did my CSS profile on time and I am eligible for the CCI laptop grant. | October 15, 2026 |
| I'm a new incoming first-degree undergraduate student starting in Spring 2026. I did my CSS profile on time and I am eligible for the CCI laptop grant. | January 31, 2026 |