To apply to Marshall University, you can submit your application online through the admissions portal. You’ll need to provide your transcripts, test scores (if required), and any additional documents based on whether you’re applying as a freshman, transfer, or international student.
Completing and submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) gives you access to the largest source of financial aid – grants, loans, and student employment. The application processing cycle lasts 21 months. For the 2024-25 award year, applications are accepted beginning late December 2023 through June 30, 2025. For the 2025-26 award year, applications are accepted beginning October 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026.
Applying for financial aid can be a daunting task, so we have outlined the steps to apply.
Searching and applying for scholarships is another way to help pay for college. Scholarships can be found from a variety of sources such as local businesses, organizations, churches, etc. but do require some research.
West Virginia residents should visit www.cfwv.com to apply for West Virginia’s merit-based PROMISE Scholarship and other scholarship programs administered by the WV Higher Education Policy Commission. For the list of state grants and scholarships that Marshall awards, visit the Types of Aid webpage.
The Department of Education or Marshall may select any student’s FAFSA for a process called Verification. Approximately one third of all college students are selected for FAFSA verification. Selected students are required to complete an online worksheet as well as providing selected documentation if needed. If this is required, you will receive an email instructing you to log onto mymu.marshall.edu. Upon submission of your documents, your financial aid counselor will review and let you know if there is any further action required on your part.
Other documents such as but not limited to birth certificates, passports, or marriage licenses may be required. Your financial aid office will notify you if needed. If you do not receive an email notification from us, that means you were not selected for verification. Check out detailed information on verification.
The federal government sets limits on the amount of money a student can borrow under the Federal Direct Loan program. Marshall University awards students that have filed the FAFSA the maximum amount eligible under such limits. The annual limit applies to the maximum a student can borrow in one academic year, while the aggregate limit applies to the maximum a student can borrow in a lifetime. Independent students and dependent students whose parents are unable to borrow a PLUS Loan are eligible for additional Federal Direct unsubsidized loan. Depending upon your grade level, the type and amount of aid will vary.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is the term used to define the successful completion of coursework toward a Certificate or Degree to maintain eligibility for financial aid. Marshall University is required by federal and state regulations and institutional policy to determine whether a student is meeting SAP requirements.
SAP for financial aid is monitored on three standards:
- Qualitative: Cumulative GPA in your level of study (undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, etc.)
- Quantitative: Successful pace of completion at a minimum of 67% of all credits attempted in your academic transcript level in undergraduate, graduate programs, Doctor of Pharmacy and Doctor of Physical Therapy. Doctor of Medicine must complete 50% of credits attempted up to 82 credits and 67% over 82 credits.
- Max time frame: Measured based on calendar years for graduate/doctoral students (see details in the policy) and for undergraduate students no more than 180 attempted credit hours for bachelor’s, no more than 100 attempted credit hours for associate (see additional details in the policy).
When applying for merit-based and private scholarships at Marshall University, it’s important to keep scholarship deadlines in mind to maximize financial aid opportunities. Merit-based scholarships are often awarded automatically, but private scholarships may require additional applications.
