Financial Aid

Administering Aid to Qualified Students

Important Announcements

New for Fall 2026!

Financial Aid Priority Deadline: July 15

Eligible students who submit the FAFSA and all documents required by the Financial Aid Office by July 15 will have their financial aid package by the tuition deadline. Students may still apply for financial aid after the priority deadline, but we do not guarantee that the student's financial aid package will be ready by the tuition deadline. A student may need to arrange alternative payment to avoid being dropped from classes.

Important Changes to Federal Student Aid

Visit this page to learn more about the changes coming to the Federal Student Aid programs including the Direct Student Loan Program beginning July 1, 2026.

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Funding Your Education

The Office of Financial Aid administers federal, state, institutional and private sources of aid in accordance with federal and state laws. The mission of our office is to inform students and parents about the various types of financial assistance available and assist them in securing the necessary financial resources to reach their educational aspirations.

In the majority of cases, federal and state financial aid resources are not sufficient to meet a student's expected tuition costs. Financial Aid is designed to听assist only (not fully fund) your educational expenses.

Although the assistance is great, it鈥檚 important to understand there are conditions for all money received. One of the most important terms to know is Course Program of Study (CPoS). This term is a federal requirement that directly impacts your award money. Visit the CPoS tab for more details.

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