Thinking about law school and your finances? Law students can qualify for federal work-study and federal non-need based loan programs to both pay for tuition, fees and education related expenses. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) provides annual access to federal aid. Use Mitchell Hamline’s FAFSA code G02391 when you apply. We’ll receive your FAFSA, and when you are admitted, we’ll provide aid amounts and information. The 2025-26FAFSA can be submitted after October 1, 2024 and uses tax year 2023 information.
The Federal Direct Lending program provides loans which can pay for the entire cost of your degree and living expenses- see our links for details. We have no formal deadline for filing the FAFSA. Early application lets you plan to be ready for the start of your program. There is no obligation to borrow when you file the FAFSA.
Tuition due dates are posted on the Student Finances pages.
Key financial aid web locations:
https://studentaid.gov/ Federal Student Loan Programs (FAFSA, Federal Unsubsidized, Federal Grad PLUS)
We provide student specific detailed information here:
Use Mitchell Hamline financial aid online forms to add the following costs to your financial aid budget:
- One-time computer purchase
- Uninsured medical expenses
- Health insurance premiums
- Dependent care expenses
Which year’s FAFSA to use?
May/Summer Term is the first semester in each aid year. Each year’s unused aid eligibility expires at the close of spring semester.
File the FAFSA at studentaid.gov
Use the MHSL FAFSA code G02391
The 2025-26 FAFSA is used for:
May/Summer ’25
Fall ’25
Spring ’26
The 2024-25 FAFSA is used for:
May/Summer ’24
Fall ’24
Spring ’25
If you are having issues with your student loan lender or servicer, the Student Loan Advocate with the Minnesota Department of Commerce is here to help. To file a complaint, please visit our web page. For general questions, please contact Student Loan Advocate Jabra Kawas at jabra.kawas@state.mn.us or 651-539-1022.