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Applying for Financial Aid
Qualifying for Federal Financial Aid:
In order to qualify for Federal Financial Aid (federal loans and grants), a student must meet the following requirements:
Have a valid FAFSA on file ( www.s tudentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa)
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Federal Loan Limits
Aggregate student loan limits are the maximum amount of student loans from the Federal Government that a student can receive during their education. There are different limits depending on whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student...
Financial Aid Deferment
Financial Aid Deferment
The "Financial Aid Deferment" status is granted to a student's account when there is scheduled financial aid present but the actual disbursement occurs after classes have begun, following the date specified in their di...
Financial Aid Terms & Conditions
Financial Aid Terms and Conditions
Students who are at least half-time (6 credits for Undergraduate Students, 3 Credits for Graduate Students) in each trimester, and who are utilizing Federal Financial Aid may defer payment of their balance u...
Pell Grant Eligibility
Some undergraduate students that do not have a prior Bachelor's degree may be eligible for a Pell Grant . This is determined by your FAFSA results each year based on financial need and Student Aid Index (SAI). Specific Pell Grant ...
Can I use financial aid if my employer pays tuition?
Students are able to accept financial aid while utilizing the employer reimbursement benefit. Please note that some employers will deny reimbursement claims if student loans are used to cover tuition. It is best to check with your employer first ...
What is Cost of Attendance (COA)?
What is Cost of Attendance (COA)?
Your Cost of Attendance (COA) is the total estimateed budget covering direct and indirect educational expenses for one academic year. CSU Global calculates your COA to show your total cost for the academic ye...
What is Financial Aid?
Financial aid is money to help pay for college. This money, in the form of grants, loans, and scholarships can help make college more affordable. We encourage you to review the types of aid made available by the U.S. Department of Education...
Why am I a dependent student?
The Department of Education considers any student under the age of 24 of dependent age, unless they meet certain eligibility requirements. The Federal Financial Aid program expects a student’s education to be the responsibility of both a student and...