PAYING FOR YOUR DEGREE

Tips to Help Pay for Your Tuition

We want to make sure your admission process goes smoothly. Below you’ll find the information you need to get started on your application.

Create Your Funding Plan

Take charge of financing your education. We’re available to help if you have questions or need guidance.

Step 1: Estimate Your Costs

Calculate the tuition, textbooks, technology fees, etc., associated with your chosen program to get an idea of costs.
Estimate your costs

Step 2: Reduce Your Tuition

Take advantage of multiple options to lower your tuition: scholarships and grants, as well as transfer credits and employer assistance.
Explore ways to save

Step 3: Determine Your Contributions

What can you afford to pay toward your education? Make a sample budget to help you stay on track.
Budget worksheet

Step 4: Find Federal Loans

Federal loans are an option after you explore all the others. But be sure, however, to borrow wisely and take only what you need.
Funding options

College Scorecard

Make an informed decision about which college to attend. Use the College Scorecard to find a college’s affordability and value.

Smart Financing

Explore this information to help you get on the right track.

12 Ways to Pay

This checklist will show you how you may be able to get help paying for your degree.

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Student Loan Facts

Find out the truth about student loans and when and how to get one.

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Learn and Earn

The Federal Work-Study program provides part-time employment to help you pay education costs.