Federal Loan Debt Relief Plan
The Application for Federal Student Loan Debt Relief is now open. More resources from the federal government about this plan can be found on our website.
The Application for Federal Student Loan Debt Relief is now open. More resources from the federal government about this plan can be found on our website.
We are excited to see you and to assist you with your financial aid needs and questions!
Check our FAQ for answers to questions about contacting us, how to view your financial aid information, student employment, and more.
“The most rewarding part of the work that we get to do is to provide the resources that truly make an Amherst education affordable.” —Gail Holt, Dean of Financial Aid
We have awarded more than $67 million in Amherst scholarships this year. That’s money dedicated solely to meeting the financial need of our students.
Students leave Amherst with an extraordinary education, a long list of exceptional accomplishments, and the freedom to build their future without the burden of student loan debt. Approximately 75% of Amherst graduates in the Class of 2021 graduated with no student loan debt.
This approach makes us distinctive. We are proud to say it also makes us a leader. Only a few colleges in the country can say what we can about financial aid:
Nearly 60% of our students receive financial aid. Our average financial aid award last year was more than $62,000. So the majority of our students pay less—often far less—than the cost of attendance.”
—Gail Holt, Dean of Financial Aid
The My inTuition tool will give you an early cost estimate using six basic financial questions.
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Financial Aid Applications - the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS Profile form - for 2023-24 are now available.
Early Decision Applicants: If you submit your financial aid application materials on time (November 15, 2022), you'll receive an e-mail directing you to the Financial Aid Portal to view your financial aid award, documents, and messages soon after you receive notification of your admission. Your financial aid award will be finalized later, after the cost of attendance for the coming year is set.
Legal, educational, on campus, and regional resources for undocumented students.