Apply for Aid

There is no separate application for Hampden-Sydney College academic scholarships. You will be considered for enrollment and academic scholarships - all in one! For more information about the Admissions application process, go to Admission and Applications. 

You may complete the FAFSA as early as October 1 but by no later than February 1 if you are a new student and March 1 if you are a returning student.  The FAFSA online application is available at  studentaid.gov and Hampden-Sydney's  code is 003713.

NOTE: If you are an Early Decision candidate or would like an estimated financial aid offer before January 2025, please complete and submit the H-SC Financial Aid Form available in your admission portal before December 1.

If your FAFSA is selected by the federal government for verification or there are any additional documents needed to finalize your financial aid, you will be notified by our office with specific directions on what to do and/or what to submit. Be sure to follow all directions very carefully as soon as possible so we can complete the review and finalize your financial aid.

Once you have been accepted as an incoming student, our office has received your signed and completed FAFSA data, and you have followed up on any requests for additional information, we will send an offer letter with your admission acceptance packet that will include all financial aid being offered (a combination of scholarships, grants, student loans and/or work-study) and any additional steps you need to take to finalize your financial aid.

If you are a current student, you will receive an award letter by e-mail or mail for the next academic year in early June. 

We realize some families have extenuating circumstances that make it difficult to pay for college. Extenuating circumstances may include separation, divorce, death, disability, unemployment, change in family's income reported on original applications, or medical issues. If you have not yet made us aware of your special circumstances, please complete the Financial Aid Appeal Form found here and e-mail it to hsfinaid@hsc.edu.  A decision on the appeal will be made within 10 business days. 

The Financial Aid Office at Hampden-Sydney College is always willing to assist with any questions you may have. We encourage you to contact us for more detailed information regarding our aid programs, tips and hints on how to look for resources outside H-SC, and current year tuition and cost information.

We can be reached Monday – Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm toll free at (800) 755-0733, directly at (434) 223-6119 or by e-mail at hsfinaid@hsc.edu.