Application Procedures for Transfer Students
Merit-Based Scholarships
All students are eligible to receive merit-based scholarships, and every student who completes an application for admission is automatically considered for merit scholarship funding. No separate application is required, and you will be notified of your merit scholarship at the time of admission.
Read additional information about merit-based scholarships.
Need-Based Financial Aid
Spring Transfer Applicants
How to Apply
File the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):
- Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.gov by November 15.
- Loyola University's FAFSA Code Number is 002078.
Application Deadline & Notification Dates
The final deadline to apply for need-based financial aid is November 15, but we encourage you to apply as soon as you can. If you submit your FAFSA and are accepted to the University, you will receive your financial aid package within a week of your acceptance.
Merit scholarship notification will be sent with the admission decision, and no separate application is required for merit awards. You will automatically be considered for every award we offer.
Fall & Summer Transfer Applicants
How to Apply
File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA):
- Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.gov.
- Loyola University's FAFSA Code Number is 002078.
Application Deadline & Notification Dates
The final deadline to apply for need-based financial aid is July 15, but we encourage you to apply as soon as you can. If you submit your FAFSA and are accepted to the University, you will receive your financial aid package within a week of your acceptance.
Merit scholarship notification will be sent with the admission decision, and no separate application is required for merit awards. You will automatically be considered for every award we offer.