Title IV Financial Aid Programs
2008 / 2009 Award Year

Our goal is to expedite and simplify the application process for financial aid. Please contact us with your questions and to schedule an appointment. Please review the information regarding how to apply for financial aid.

 Federal Pell Grant

Award amount from $890 to $4,731 The Federal Pell Grant is money awarded to eligible students that does not have to be paid back. Eligibility for the grant is based on 2007 income as well as other factors. Students who have received a Bachelor's degree before July 1, 2008, or already have a B.A. / B.S., are ineligible to receive the Pell Grant. Monies are awarded quarterly and applied directly to college tuition and fees.

Federal PLUS Loans

Loan amount is based on remaining need or more as student budget allows. The PLUS loan (Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students) is available to eligible parent(s) of dependent students. Both the interest and principal repayment begin approximately 60 days after the last disbursement of the loan. The lender will perform a credit check on the parent(s). If the parent(s) is/are declined for the PLUS loan, the dependent student may apply for additional direct loans up to independent student award limits.

 Federal Direct Loans

Subsidized
This need-based loan program provides funds to eligible students, and is required to be paid back. Interest on this loan is waived while the student is enrolled in school at least half-time, and during a six-month grace period following the student's graduation. Principal repayment of the loan begins after the six-month grace period. Eligibility is based primarily on 2007 income.

Unsubsidized
This loan program is not need-based. Interest on this loan is due while the student is enrolled in school, but can be deferred. If the interest is deferred, it will automatically be capitalized (added to the principal amount borrowed). Principal repayment of the loan begins after a six-month grace period following the student's graduation or last day of attendance.

 Corporate Reimbursement

We accept Corporate / Tuition Reimbursements, which is money that employers contribute to the employee's continuing education. The amount of money contributed varies with employer.