BUILD Dates & Deadline 2026-2027

December 2025

• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available for 2026-27

July 1, 2026

• We recommend all families submit verification materials  by July 1, prior to starting the fall term
• We recommend all families submit the BUILD resources form by July 1
• FAFSA must be submitted by this date to qualify for the Minnesota ID Grant (Minnesota residents only)

August 25, 2026

• Bill due for fall semester
• Enrollment Checklist due

August 31, 2026

• Fall classes begin

September 14, 2026

• The Financial Aid Office begins adjusting aid for students who do not meet eligibility requirements (e.g., enrolled less than full time, and Minnesota State Grant adjustments).

December 18, 2026

• Last day to submit a special circumstances appeal form for fall 2026

January 4, 2027

• Spring classes begin

January 25, 2027

• Bill due for spring 2027 semester

February 12, 2027

• Bethel begins adjusting aid for spring 2027 for students who do not meet eligibility requirements (e.g., enrolled less than full time, and Minnesota State Grant adjustments)

May 21, 2027

• Last day to submit a special circumstances appeal form for spring 2027

June 30, 2027

• Deadline to complete the 2026-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)