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Important Dates

  • Oct. 1
    2023–2024 FAFSA & 2023-2024 CSS Profile available
  • Feb. 1 Due
    • 2023–2024 FAFSA
      • School Code 003604
      • Parent and student tax filers must either populate 2021 tax information using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool or submit an IRS Tax Return Transcript
    • 2023-2024 CSS Profile
      • School Code 6609
      • Complete using 2021 income and tax information and current asset information.
      • Custodial and non-custodial parent will each need to complete their respective profile for the student to be awarded aid.
    • ESTHER – Document Upload
      • Parent(s) and student must upload a copy of the 2021 W2 and 1099 Forms for all income earned from work. Small business owners may submit their 2021 Schedule C or E in lieu of W2 forms.
      • Student non-tax filer’s must submit a Non-Filer Statement Form.
      • Review ESTHER for additional requirements requested to be uploaded.
  • Apr.
    Award notification for those who have completed by Feb 1st
  • Jun.
    Award notification on rolling basis

IRS Data Retrieval

  • All students applying for 2023–2024 are required to use the FAFSA IRS Data Retrieval Tool which should be available beginning October 2022.
  • If you are unable to use the FAFSA IRS Data Retrieval Tool, then you are required to submit a tax return transcript from the IRS. Once you have received your tax return transcript, submit it to our office via fax at 713-348-2139 with the student's name and Rice ID number on all documents.
  • If you did not file a tax return, submit the CollegeBoard’s Non-Tax Filer Statement to our office. If your FAFSA is selected for verification by the Department of Education, then you will need to complete a Form 4506-T requesting a non-tax filer letter.
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Connect with a Financial Aid Officer

We know that figuring out financial aid can be a confusing and stressful process. Don't worry - our financial aid counselors are here to help. As you navigate this process, we're available to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to getting to know you!

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Additional Resources

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CALL

713-348-4958

EMAIL

fina@rice.edu

WALK-IN HOURS

M-Th 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CT

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