Graduate Students
Information for the 2023-2024 School Year
Students enrolled in Niagara University’s graduate programs should apply for financial aid for the 2023-2024 academic year (which begins with summer 2023 session) by submitting the 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Niagara University financial aid application.
The verification requirements require income to be verified either by using the IRS Data Retrieval Process at the time you are completing the FAFSA electronically, OR you will need to request from the IRS and submit a Federal IRS Tax Transcript to the Financial Aid Office. Using the IRS Data Retrieval Process at the time of filing your FAFSA will be the easiest and most efficient way to apply for federal aid for 2023-24.
The following forms are required in order to determine your financial aid eligibility for 2023-24. All forms are due April 15, 2023.
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You should apply online and use the IRS Data Retrieval process when completing the FAFSA. If you have a FSA ID, you can electronically sign your FAFSA. If you need a FSA ID, apply online at studentaid.gov.
- Niagara University Application for Financial Aid. If you are a current student at Niagara, apply online in your MyNU.
- NU Scholarship Opportunity Search - Apply for both NU Endowed Scholarships and outside private scholarships in one place! Apply on-line through MyNU under "Systems" starting January 1st, 2023.
Under federal regulations, Financial Aid Offices can no longer accept signed copies of tax returns. Federal regulations require either submitting the IRS tax transcript or using the IRS Data Retrieval through FAFSA on the Web.
More information on financial aid for graduate students. If you need any additional information or require assistance in completing the FAFSA, please feel free to contact financial aid.