Does Kenyon Require the CSS Profile?
Kenyon requires the CSS Profile for domestic institutional-aid applicants and uses CSS code 1370. International applicants may use Kenyon's own online form instead, and the current policy treats applications filed within ten days after a priority deadline as timely.
CSS Profile
RequiredDomestic students seeking Kenyon institutional need-based aid submit the CSS Profile and eligible applicants also file the FAFSA. International applicants can choose either the Profile or Kenyon's own online international aid application in the admission portal.
CSS school code
1370Kenyon's CSS Profile code is 1370. Use that code to send the form to Kenyon College.
Published financial aid deadlines
These are the school's currently published 2026–27 dates. A late or updated application cycle can use different dates, so confirm the deadline shown in your applicant portal.
Which parent files?
If biological or adoptive parents are not married and do not live in the same household, Kenyon requires each parent to complete a separate CSS Profile. A student without contact with one parent may submit Kenyon's noncustodial-parent waiver request.
Documents and next steps
Use Kenyon CSS code 1370. Kenyon now collects 2024 parent tax returns, W-2s, and requested verification records through College Board IDOC rather than its applicant portal. Applications submitted within ten days after the priority date are still treated as on time.
Official sources for this answer
- Kenyon 2026–27 financial aid requirements and deadlines (checked August 2, 2026)
Common questions
Does Kenyon require the CSS Profile?
Yes. Kenyon requires the CSS Profile for domestic institutional-aid applicants and uses CSS code 1370. International applicants may use Kenyon's own online form instead, and the current policy treats applications filed within ten days after a priority deadline as timely.
What is Kenyon's CSS Profile code?
Kenyon's CSS Profile code is 1370. Use that code to send the form to Kenyon College.
When is Kenyon's financial aid deadline?
Early Decision I CSS Profile and tax documents: November 15; Early Decision II and Regular Decision CSS Profile and tax documents: January 15; Transfer Option I CSS Profile and tax documents: March 15; Continuing student CSS Profile and tax documents: April 15.
Is the FAFSA enough for Kenyon?
Not for Kenyon's institutional aid. Eligible students should file the FAFSA for federal aid, but Kenyon uses the CSS Profile separately to evaluate its own need-based funding.
Estimate the rest of your aid
The CSS Profile does not tell you what federal aid you may receive. Estimate that separately, then compare the result with each college's net price and your outside scholarship options.