International
A Quick Guide for
Prospective International Financial Aid Applicants
Four things you'll want to know before you begin.
1. Deadlines
| decision plan | CSS PROFILE | INCOME DOCUMENTATION |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Decision See checklist [PDF] |
February 15 | February 15 |
Prospective international students applying for financial aid must apply under the Regular Decision Plan. Students applying from the United World College are eligible to apply under any decision plan.
International students not applying for financial aid may apply under any of Wellesley’s three decision plans.
Current international students are not required to reapply for financial aid each year.
Canadian citizens are eligible to apply under any decision plan. Prospective applicants (and current Wellesley students) must complete the application instructions for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents.
2. Requirements
The information you will need to submit as part of your financial aid application.
| FORM | NOTE | SUBMIT TO | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSS PROFILE | The Wellesley code is 3957. | Online to: profileonline.collegeboard.com | |||
| Income Documentation |
Translated copy of parents' most recent Foreign Tax Return or Statement of Earnings. |
Compile materials and mail a packet to: Student Financial Services |
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3. Decision Notification
When Wellesley will notifiy you of your admission and financial aid decisions.
| DECISION PLAN | NOTIFICATION DATE | NOTE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Decision | late March | You will receive your final admission decision and financial aid notification concurrently. |
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4. Detailed Instructions
Additional guidance on how to complete your application is available using these step-by-step instructions for international citizens.





