2026|27 Carleton College Undergraduate Financial Aid (US Based)

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the  

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;
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 , check the box indicating that you intend to apply for financial aid. No separate form is required.

Step 2: CSS Profile (Available October 1, 2025)
School code: 6081 
Helps us determine financial need.
For 2026–2027, use 2024 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. 
Print your profile acknowledgement and keep it in your file.

Step 3: FAFSA (Available October 1, 2025)
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 2026–2027, submit 2024 tax information using the Direct Data Exchange (D.D.X.) which links your tax information from the IRS to the FAFSA. If additional tax information is needed, the student will be contacted directly.
No fee.

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Carleton College Undergraduate Financial Aid Page.