Yes. The Guided Path financial aid year runs from July 1 - June 30. In order to qualify for federal financial aid, you must complete a new FAFSA for each aid year you are taking classes. Renewal FAFSA applications can be completed online using your Department of Education FSA ID as soon as the Department of Education makes them available(generally in October). Capella will typically start processing documents for Guided Path learners for the new aid year between winter and spring quarters. The Financial Aid Support Team will send more information about renewing your federal aid, including updated timelines and due dates during each year.

For FlexPath learners, your financial aid year will start and end based upon your start date and progression within your program. You will receive a communication from the Financial Aid Support Team when you are required to renew your financial aid.