Sources of Financial Aid

Financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and employment is available to students who need assistance in meeting their higher education expenses. All funds are administered by the Financial Aid and Scholarships Department in compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines.

• Grants - Federal and State Grants are available and generally do not have to be paid back. Completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is necessary to determine eligibility for these grants.
• Tuition Waivers - Institutional funds available to assist in “waiving” tuition.
• Scholarships - Scholarships are awarded based on need, merit and talent. Students may receive scholarships from private sources, federal and state funds, or from the Pierpont foundation. Most scholarships do not need paid back. Most scholarships don’t require an application.
• Loans -Student loans are available from the federal government and private sources. Federal government loans are available to all students who complete the FAFSA. Students who accept federal government loans are required to complete loan counseling and sign a Master Promissory Note. Private loans are based on credit-worthiness and generally require a co-signer. Loans require repayment.
• Work Programs - Student Employment positions are available at Pierpont.