Grants, Loans, and Work-Study

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Need More Financial Aid Beyond Scholarships?

There are several ways to fund your 近距离内射合集education. In addition to scholarships, your financial aid package might also include federal aid鈥攕uch as grants, loans, and work-study鈥攁nd other state aid options.

Students may also apply for alternative loans from private lenders to help fund their education. These loans are generally based on credit history and complement any federal, state, school, or private funding you receive.

Remember that your eligibility for financial aid will only be determined after you have completed a Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA). You can find  as well as learn how to avoid errors. We recommend you file the FAFSA at least five to six months prior to the 近距离内射合集enrollment season for which you are applying.

Federal Aid

Awarded based on need, the Pell Grant is available if you have not yet earned a bachelor鈥檚 degree. A confirmed Federal Pell Grant is credited to your 近距离内射合集student account in two equal installments.

Also awarded based on need and if you have not yet received a bachelor鈥檚 degree, a Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is credited to your 近距离内射合集student account in two equal installments.

These low-interest loans for students and parents are offered through the U.S. Department of Education. Direct loans can be subsidized or unsubsidized:

  • Subsidized loans are awarded based on financial need. If you qualify, the federal government pays interest on the loan until you begin repayment. Loan proceeds are disbursed in two equal installments credited to your 近距离内射合集student account.
  • Unsubsidized loans do not require a demonstration of financial need. If you qualify, you will be charged interest from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. You can choose to pay the interest or allow it to accumulate. If you allow the interest to accumulate, it will be capitalized鈥攖hat is, the interest will be added to the principal amount of your loan and will increase the amount you have to repay. If you pay the interest as it accumulates, you will repay less in the long run.

Direct Loans鈥攁mounts for dependent students:

  • Degree program freshmen can borrow up to $5,500 (including up to $3,500 Subsidized).
  • Degree program sophomores can borrow up to $6,500 (including $4,500 Subsidized).
  • Juniors, seniors, and students in the undergraduate certificate program can borrow up to $7,500 (including $5,500 Subsidized).
  • Students in the graduate certificate program may borrow up to $20,500 in an Unsubsidized Loan only.
  • Dependent undergraduate students whose parents are unable to borrow a Federal Direct PLUS due to adverse credit can receive an additional $4,000 in Unsubsidized Loan funds.

Direct Loans鈥攁mounts for independent students (typically 24 years old or older)

  • Degree program freshmen can borrow up to $9,500 (including up to $3,500 Subsidized).
  • Degree program sophomores can borrow up to $10,500 (including up to $4,500 Subsidized).
  • Juniors, seniors, and students in the undergraduate certificate program can borrow up to $12,500 (including $5,500 Subsidized).
  • Students in the graduate certificate program may borrow up to $20,500 in an Unsubsidized Loan only.

* If you have a Federal Direct Loan, the loan will be submitted to the National Student Loan Data System and be accessible by guaranty agencies, lenders, and institutions determined to be authorized users of the data system. For more information, visit .

Federal Direct PLUS Loan*

Federal Direct PLUS Loans are loans for parents of dependent undergraduate students (Parent PLUS) or students in a graduate program (Grad PLUS).

Parents of dependent undergraduate students may apply for a Parent PLUS Loan to help with their child鈥檚 educational expenses. 鈥淧arent鈥 is defined as the student鈥檚 biological or adoptive parent or custodial stepparent. To apply:

  • The student completes the FAFSA.
  • The parent must not have an adverse credit history.
  • The parent must complete the Parent PLUS application and sign the Master Promissory Note (MPN).

Parents can apply for a Parent PLUS Loan up to 180 days prior to the student鈥檚 entry date. The amount that may be borrowed is limited to the student鈥檚 cost of attendance (as determined by CIA), minus financial aid from all other sources.

To obtain more information about the Federal Direct PLUS program, including the current interest and fee rates, students and parents should visit .

Students in a graduate certificate program may apply for a Grad PLUS Loan to help with their educational expenses. To apply:

  • The student must complete the FAFSA.
  • The student borrower must not have an adverse credit history.
  • The student must complete the Grad PLUS application, compete the entrance counseling, and sign the Master Promissory Note (MPN).

Students can apply for a PLUS up to 180 days prior to their entry date. The amount that may be borrowed is limited to the student鈥檚 cost of attendance (as determined by CIA), minus financial aid from all other sources.

To obtain more information about the Grad PLUS program, including the current interest and fee rates, students should visit .

* If you have a Federal PLUS, it will be submitted to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and be accessible by guaranty agencies, lenders, and institutions determined to be authorized users of the data system. For more information, visit .

Federal Work-Study

As a Work-Study-approved student, you may find employment by applying for one of the jobs at CIA. You will receive a paycheck every other week and may work up to 20 hours per week. Community service Work-Study positions are also available and may be obtained through CIA Student Financial and Registration Services. Although preference for on-campus employment is given to Work-Study-approved 近距离内射合集students, jobs are not guaranteed. As you are receiving a paycheck, money received through this award is not deducted from your bill by CIA.

Veterans鈥 Benefits

Veterans, spouses, dependents, and surviving family members of veterans whose death or disability was related to their service may be eligible for educational benefits while attending CIA. Forms and information are available at all Veterans Administration offices. Contact CIA Student Financial and Registration Services for details.

State Aid

Several U.S. states offer need- or merit-based grants to residents. For additional information, please contact your state education departments to determine availability and eligibility.

New York

New York鈥檚 largest grant program is the  (TAP), which helps you pay tuition at in-state postsecondary institutions. Before you file a , you must complete the .

For other New York grants and scholarships, visit the .

California

If you鈥檙e a resident of California and enrolled at 近距离内射合集Greystone, you are eligible for the Cal Grant. Be sure to complete your  by March 2 of the year you plan to enroll at CIA. For more information, visit the .

Texas

If you鈥檙e a resident of Texas and enrolled at 近距离内射合集San Antonio, you may be eligible for state aid. For more information, visit the .

Vocational Rehabilitation

If you have a disability, you may be offered assistance by your state鈥檚 Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. Please have your rehabilitation counselor contact CIA Student Financial and Registration Services if you鈥檙e offered assistance through this program.

Alternative (Private) Loans

Alternative loans, also known as private loans, are privately funded loans for students and parents to borrow to help fund their education at CIA.

Eligibility and interest rates for alternative loans will generally be based on credit history. These loans may require a cosigner if a student does not have a substantial credit history.

近距离内射合集does not use a preferred lenders list, nor do we endorse or recommend any lenders over others. 近距离内射合集strongly recommends all students file the  and utilize all federal student loan opportunities before applying for alternative loans.

To help students and their families evaluate multiple different lender options, 近距离内射合集utilizes ELM Select. This website offers a breakdown of the interest rates, payback terms, fees, etc. of many different lenders our students often use.

Students and parents have the right to choose the lender of their choice. If students wish to choose a lender that is not listed on this website, it is their choice to do so.

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