How to Apply

1. New Students - Apply to SMH and check the box on the SMH application indicating interest in financial aid. Financial aid applications will not be considered unless a student has applied for admission to SMH
   Returning Students - Proceed to Step #2
2. Complete the Financial Aid application through FAST by December 2, 2022.
   The deadline for submitting your 2021 tax documents to FAST is December 2, 2022.
   The deadline for submitting your 2022 tax documents to FAST is June 30, 2023.
   Completing the financial aid application will take approximately 30-45 minutes. For guidance on preparing to submit the financial aid application, view this helpful form.
   Financial aid will not be considered unless a FAST application and the appropriate tax forms are submitted. All financial aid is tentative until your 2022 tax documents are submitted and verified through FAST. We reserve the right to modify financial aid based on verified tax forms.
3. If the financial aid application and all documents have been submitted properly and on time, the financial aid committee will convene to determine financial aid.
4. New Students - If financial aid is granted, it will be communicated at the same time as admission decisions.
   Returning Students - If financial aid is granted, it will appear on the re-enrollment contract.

Financial aid is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to those who qualify and meet the deadlines as funds are available. Do not wait to submit your financial aid application!