How to Apply for Financial Aid

Contact

Office of Student Financial Services

2 East South Street

Galesburg, IL 61401

309-341-7149

800-678-KNOX (Toll Free)

309-341-7453 (Fax)

financialservices@knox.edu

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Students who are U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens can apply for need-based financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

NOTE: If you are an international student, please refer to the instructions about applying for Financial Aid for International Students. Undocumented students residing in the United States should complete the Financial Aid Application for Students Ineligible for Federal Financial Aid (PDF).

When to Apply

We recommend you submit the FAFSA prior to the dates below to ensure your financial aid award is sent in a timely manner. The 2024-25 FAFSA will be available in December 2023.

First Year Students	Apply By	Award By	Enroll By
Early Decision	Nov 1	Dec 1	Dec 15
Early Action I	Nov 1	Jan 15	May 1
Early Action II	Dec 1	Feb 15	May 1
Regular Decision	Jan 15	April 1	May 1

Transfer Students	Apply By	Award By	Enroll By
Fall Term	April 1	May 1	June 1
Winter Term	Nov 1	Nov 15	Dec 1
Spring Term	Jan 15	Feb 1	Feb 15

Returning Students	Apply By	Award By
Students returning to Knox next year	Jan 15	June 1

What to Expect

Shortly after you file your FAFSA, you will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Federal Student Aid Programs. Your SAR will arrive by email if you provide an email address, or by regular mail if you do not. Carefully review the SAR and make any necessary changes at studentaid.gov.
We will contact you if other documents are required prior to preparing or finalizing your financial aid award.

Special Circumstances

If your family anticipates a reduction in income, has incurred high medical or dental expenses, pays private elementary or high school tuition for siblings, makes educational debt payments, or has other unique circumstances, you may wish to complete a Knox College Special Circumstances form after you file your FAFSA.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Knox College prohibits sex discrimination and discrimination in violation of federal or state law in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions regarding sex discrimination or other prohibited discrimination to the Director of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at www.knox.edu/notice-of-non-discrimination.