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Admissions Requirements Tailored for specific populations of students - first- year, homeschooled, international and transfer Highly individualized selection process; each application is reviewed by an admissions counselor Academic achievement, personal qualities and intellectual promise are important components of review process 2

Applying to Goucher The Common Application $55 application fee or waiver Essay Official high school transcript (grade 9 and up), listing courses in progress Secondary school report with a letter of recommendation from your college counselor/advisor Recommendation letter from an academic teacher (English, math, science, foreign language or social studies) Early Decision Agreement Form (for early decision applicants only) 3

Applying to Goucher The Goucher Video Application (GVA) $55 application fee or waiver A video no longer than two minutes A brief application form A signed statement of academic integrity One graded writing assignment One stellar scholastic work 4

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Misc. Interviews recommended (not required). ACT/SAT test optional AP test scores of 4 or 5 given credit placement. IB examination scores of 5 or higher in higher level subject areas will be granted credit. Successful completion of a full IB curriculum may enable you to enroll as a sophomore; course placement is at the discretion of each department. 6

Merit Scholarships All admitted students, who submitted a high school transcript, are automatically considered for a merit scholarship. Additional opportunities based on academics, leadership, fine & performing arts are available. Goucher students must achieve a 2.75 cumulative GPA to maintain a scholarship Scholarships are renewable and awarded for up to eight semesters 7

Goals of Financial Aid Primary goal is to assist students in paying for college and is achieved by:  Evaluating families’ ability to pay educational costs  Distributing limited resources in an equitable manner  Providing balance of gift aid and self-help aid

Financial Aid Basics Gift Aid GrantsScholarships Self-Help Aid Work StudyLoans 9

Sources of Financial Aid Federal State Institutional Private Grants Work Study Loans Scholarships Grants Scholarships Work Study Scholarships Tuition reimbursement 10

Determining Financial Need 11

Cost of attendance Tuition and fees Cost of living in dorms (room) Cost of meal plans on campus (board) Allowance for Books and supplies Allowance for misc. expenses Allowance for Transportation ++ Indirect costs that are not be charged by the college: ++ Direct costs typically charged by the college: Cost of Attendance (COA)

DIRECT COSTS TUITION AND FEES: $42,180 ROOM AND BOARD (ON CAMPUS): $11,942 INDIRECT COSTS BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: $1000 TRANSPORTATION: $800 MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES: $1500 TOTAL: $57,422 NOTE- YOU WILL NOT PAY $57, COA 6

FM EFC Expected Family Contribution The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) takes into account (to consider for federal and MD State aid):  Income (parent(s) and student)  Assets (parent(s) and student)  Number in Household  Number in College  Custodial parent only  Available January 1 7

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IM EFC Expected Family Contribution The CSS Profile:  Additional information to consider a family for institutional aid  Available October 1  Looks at primary home value  Looks at business/farm value  Looks at noncustodial parent  Fee- $25 16

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Deadlines 18 Application Options Admissions Application + Supporting Materials CSS ProfileFAFSA Early Decision I Nov 15Dec 1Feb 1 Early Action/GVA Dec 1Feb 1 Regular Decision Feb 1Feb 15 Transfer May 1

What happens next? Make sure to list GC’s school code on the FAFSA and CSS Profile ( and 5257) GC will import your information GC may ask you for additional information (ex. tax forms, citizenship documents…) Admissions will will FA know of your merit award GC will send you an estimated or actual award notification (depends on timing) 19

Special Situations If your family experiences a recent change in circumstances (ex. unemployment, high unreimbursed medical expenses, change in martial status…) the financial aid award may be reviewed. To request a review, complete a Professional Judgment Request (found on our website) and provide the appropriate supporting documentation. Non-custodial information (needed for CSS Profile) may be waived if circumstances exist.

Other Ways to Pay for College 21 Your Own Savings Parent loans/Alternative (Private) loans Payment plan 529 Savings & Prepaid Tuition Programs Military Tuition Assistance/Veterans Benefits Tuition Waivers

Contact Us! Learn more about financial aid Browse the FAQ’s We are located in Student Administrative Services (in the courtyard next to Admissions)

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