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Applying for Financial Assistance
In order to be fully considered for any financial assistance, including all merit fellowships, applicants are strongly encouraged to complete a financial assistance application by the stated deadlines, as funds are limited. The Harvard Kennedy School recommends applicants print this page as they begin the financial assistance application process in order to help them through the required steps.
Financial Assistance Application Deadlines
Thursday, February 28, 2013 for all incoming domestic and international students. See Steps to Apply for All Incoming Applicants .
Thursday, March 29, 2013 for all returning domestic students in all programs. See Renewal Aid Information (login to KNET).
Returning international students do not submit a re-application see Renewal Aid Information (login to KNET).
MYFAID Access for Incoming Students
In order to complete a financial assistance application, applicants must submit their application for admission. Applicants will receive an email from Student Financial Services, containing their unique MYFAID Student Login ID. Upon receipt of this email, you will be able to complete the HKS financial assistance application through MYFAID.
Loan Only Applicants
If a student is applying only for loans, the deadlines above do not apply.
Zuckerman Fellowship Deadline
The deadline for the Zuckerman Fellowship is earlier than the deadline indicated above. Please visit the fellowship website for more information.
PhD Programs
All prospective PhD program applicants should contact the Doctoral Programs Office for further financial assistance information.
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