though i'm in comp lit , I'll offer up my experience which maybe?? will be helpful for funding info. I know there was a cut off date for applying to be considered for funding. in comp lit it was feb 1st .. so you could apply after that point but would not be considered for funding. I'm not sure if that meant the financial aid form had to be in by that date, or just your application. I was offered a fellowship when I was offered admission mid feb. Phrasing it as "financial aid" confused me but ultimately it was a typical 5 yr fellowship package involving teaching beginning 2nd year, etc. I did submit the form along with my app all before feb 1. i hope this helps?