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Financial Aid at Fairleigh Dickinson University!

These pages are dedicated to helping prospective and current Fairleigh Dickinson University students apply for financial assistance. The Financial Aid staff at Fairleigh Dickinson is committed to helping you and your family understand and navigate the complexities of financial aid.

If you have additional questions concerning the Metropolitan Campus, we can be reached at 201-692-2363, for questions or concerns regarding the College at Florham, we can be reached at 973-443-8700.

Financing a college education is one of the most important investments a family will ever make. What surprises many families, however, is how affordable a private education at Fairleigh Dickinson University can be through our various financial assistance programs. Last year, Fairleigh Dickinson administered funds totaling $38 million, including $12 million distributed to new students; 85 percent of the members of our entering class received financial aid.

Financial Aid
Welcome to the E&H financial aid section of the E&H Centralized Student Assistance Office.

Making your dream of attending Emory & Henry College a reality is our goal. We distribute more than $12 million in financial aid each year to qualified students. In fact, most of our students receive some form of assistance whether merit- or need-based or a combination of both. Financial aid includes scholarships, grants, student employment, and loans for both students and parents. While we can never promise to make it easy, we hope that by working together through the financial aid process, we make it feasible for you to attend.

We have included information here to help you learn more about the financial aid application process, frequently asked questions, types of financial aid, as well as timelines for completion of the aid process from the perspective of both new and continuing students. As you explore the financial aid process and your options, please do not hesitate to contact us with your questions or concerns.

Financial Aid Staff
Margaret Murphy, Director of Student Financial Planning, mmurphy@ehc.edu
Scarlett Blevins, Financial Aid Officer / Loan Coordinator, scortner@ehc.edu
Dottie Dunn, CSA Representative, ddunn@ehc.edu

Contact & Mailing:
CSA Office
Emory & Henry College
PO Box 947
Emory, VA 24327-0947
Phone: 866.794.0010 or 276.944.6105
Fax: 276.944.6884

2009-2010 Tuition and Fees
At Bellarmine, we recognize that the cost of private higher education is a major consideration for you and your family, and we are committed to providing you with a high-quality education at a reasonable cost. Our admission and financial aid staff will work closely with you to explore all of the resources and funding options available.

2009-2010 Average Undergraduate Direct Costs
Tuition and Fees: $28,900
Matriculation Fee (first-time, full-time freshmen only; charged one time in Fall semester) $300
Room* $5,200
Board (based on meal plan 3, costs vary per meal plan option) $3,200

*Room cost based on an average cost of residence halls where freshmen normally live including double occupancy for Kennedy Hall, Newman Hall, Petrik Hall, and Siena Primo Hall, Siena Secondo Hall, and triple occupancy for Bonaventure Hall. For exact figures, please review 2008-2009 Direct Cost Worksheet listed below.

Our goal is to ensure that every student receives our best comprehensive offer of financial assistance and that your affordable investment in a Bellarmine education is a reality.

Thanks to scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study, there are many ways to make your Bellarmine education affordable. Our financial aid staff will work closely with you to explore all of the funding resources available. Our goal is to ensure that every student receives our best comprehensive offer of financial assistance and that your affordable investment in a Bellarmine education becomes a reality.

Each year Bellarmine awards more than $9 million in scholarships and financial aid to entering students. Combining Bellarmine awards with federal/state financial aid programs, the Office of Financial Aid was able to offer an average comprehensive financial aid award of $22,052 (excluding loan opportunities) for the 2008-2009 freshman class. 100% of our students received some form of financial assistance last year.

So where do you begin?
The first step is to apply to Bellarmine. The other extremely important step is to complete a FAFSA application after January 1 of your senior year in high school. Even if you think you don’t qualify for federal aid, it’s important to apply, because other funding sources insist on it, including scholarships, state aid, student loans, and work study. So, complete that FAFSA! Other important sources of help include our Bellarmine scholarships, outside scholarships and work-study. It’s all itemized in our handy checklist. We’ve also provided calculators so you can quickly get a rough snapshot of your options.

Financial Aid Made it Possible
“I looked at numerous public and private universities throughout the country, and Bellarmine was by far the most willing to work with me financially. They made attending such a prestigious university possible through grants, work-study and scholarships and my aid has increased throughout my years at Bellarmine. I’m planning on getting my Masters Degree in special education which wouldn’t have been possible without the financial and academic support Bellarmine provided me.” – Megan Schlarman, Senior, Education Major

“The amount of scholarships and financial aid that Bellarmine granted me allowed me to attend Bellarmine for less than it would have cost me to go to a public university. I believe that Bellarmine offers an amazing educational experience with endless opportunities that I would not have gotten to take part in if it wasn’t for the scholarships and financial aid.” – Lena Geary, Sophomore, Nursing Major

Federal and state financial aid is available to students who need assistance with paying for their college education. At Springfield Technical Community College, the financial aid staff will assist you throughout the application process and provide you with the most current information available on its financial aid programs. We have outlined the various types of financial aid programs at STCC which include grants/waivers, federal work-study programs and loans. Please refer to the section FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS for detailed information.

New students should bear in mind that the financial aid application is independent from the admission application process. Please complete the financial aid and admission application processes separately, following each individual set of guidelines, requirements, and deadlines

College costs present a financial challenge to many students and their families. Springfield College offers a variety of financing programs ranging from need-based financial aid to family loan programs that meet the financing concerns of a wide range of families.

The first step in meeting the challenge of college costs is the need-based financial aid application process. An application for financial aid has no bearing on whether a student is accepted for admission to Springfield College.

More than 75 percent of the undergraduate students at Springfield College are eligible for financial assistance in the form of need-based grants, loans, or campus employment. The family should plan to support as much of the student’s educational costs as possible so that the student can focus on his or her academic program.

terms of assistance

The goal of the Springfield College financial assistance program is to assist qualified students in obtaining a Springfield College education. Aid is awarded on the basis of full-time enrollment. Each student will receive detailed information on the policies governing the awarding and renewal of financial aid with the award letter.

Several factors influence the amount and type of aid awarded. Financial need is the difference between the comprehensive cost of education and the calculated family contribution. The family contribution to educational expenses is determined by the Office of Financial Aid staff by using the data on the FAFSA and PROFILE applications and the federal tax returns. Applicants may also supply additional information relevant to their financial status.

The review of the admission application influences the financial aid decision process in two major areas. Academic achievement is rated in the review of the application for admission. This review includes an evaluation of the student’s secondary school record, test scores, references and post-secondary academic records. Leadership and other personal qualitative attributes are also part of the admission application review.

Participation in cocurricular and community activities along with other personal information in the admission application are also evaluated. The academic and personal ratings are used in the financial aid awarding process.

sources of assistance

Awarded to students with financial need, these grants carry no repayment obligations. Eligibility is determined by the Office of Financial Aid, subject to the published policies of the College. Awards vary according to individual circumstances. The level of need and the assessment of the applicant’s academic achievement and cocurricular and community activity affect the amount of the award.

President’s Achiever’s Scholarship
Awards are made to students upon recommendation of the Admissions Office and are renewable, pending the published guidelines. These awards are based on academic and personal merit, not on financial need. However, students wishing to be considered for the scholarship must apply for need-based financial aid first.

Federal Financial Aid Programs
Springfield College participates in the following student aid programs: College work-study, parent PLUS Loan, Pell Grant, Perkins Loan, Stafford Loan, and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant. All programs are subject to federal eligibility regulations.

Student Employment
Many students finance a portion their educational expenses thorough part-time on-campus employment. Students are paid directly, every two weeks, based on hours worked. Each student may work a maximum of twenty hours per week. Earnings vary depending on the number of hours worked; a student who works ten hours per week for the academic year can earn about $1,200. Students may work on campus regardless of their eligibility for financial aid.

Cooperative Education
The Office of Cooperative Education in the Career Center assists students in obtaining off-campus, career-related positions in local business, schools, and human service agencies. This program is open to students in good academic standing who are at the sophomore level or higher.

Other Financing Options
Springfield College offers a variety of educational financing programs to students and parents. The Office of Financial Aid will provide educational loan and payment plan information to all accepted students.

Thanks to scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study, there are many ways to make your Spalding education affordable. Our financial aid staff will work closely with you to explore all of the funding resources available. Our goal is to ensure that every student receives our best comprehensive offer of financial assistance and that your affordable investment in a Spalding education becomes a reality.

Each year Spalding awards more than $4 million in scholarships and financial aid to entering students. Over 90% of our students receive financial aid.

So where do you begin?
The first step is to apply to Spalding. The other extremely important step is to complete a FAFSA application after January 1 of your senior year in high school. Even if you think you don’t qualify for federal aid, it’s important to apply, because other funding sources insist on it, including outside scholarships, state aid, student loans, and work study. So, complete that FAFSA! Other important sources of help include our scholarships page and work-study.

A college education is one of the most important and valuable investments you and your family will ever make – one that will shape your future, professionally and personally.

Lycoming is committed to forming a partnership with each student’s family throughout the college selection and enrollment processes. Our comprehensive financial aid assistance program is based on two key principles:
recognizing outstanding academic accomplishment through a significant scholarship program, and
providing a variety of resources to help bridge the gap between family resources and educational costs.

It is indeed our goal to help you find the necessary resources to make a Lycoming College education a reality.

Lycoming’s financial aid staff is ready to assist you throughout the financial aid process. Please feel free to contact us at 800-345-3920 or 570-321-4040, or email finaid@lycoming.edu if you need additional assistance.