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Explore Loan and Grant Options

Unsure what financial aid opportunities are available to you? Explore federal and state loans and grants.  These programs provide means for eligible college students to fund tuition, books, fees or childcare.

Our financial representative will be happy to meet with you to discuss your options and help you identify government loans and grants for which you may qualify. Call us toll-free at 877-655-7676 or send us a request for more information online.

Federal loans

A student can fund a college education through a federal loan programs. The money must be paid back at a later date.  The government provides the following federal loan opportunities:

• Federal Stafford Loans. The U.S. Department of Education administers these subsidized and unsubsidized loans.  The amount of money loaned is determined by financial need.
• Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS).  This loan program is intended for parents who have dependents enrolled in undergraduate programs at least half-time.

Federal grants

Unlike federal loans, federal grants do not have to be paid back. Students are encouraged to pursue the following federal grant opportunities:

• Federal Pell Grant. The federal Pell grant program awards an amount based on financial need.
• Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG).  This grant is for students with exceptional financial needs.
• National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grant. This program awards money to eligible students in their third and fourth years of study.
• Academic Competitiveness Grant. This grant is intended for students who have completed rigorous secondary school programs and are currently enrolled in undergraduate programs.

Minnesota state loans and grants

• Minnesota Sate Grant.  For Minnesota residents, this program awards grants based on financial need.
• Minnesota Post-Secondary Child Care Grant.  This grant is intended for students with young children and provides assistance with childcare costs.
• Student Educational Loan Fund (SELF). Students enrolled in secondary schools at least half-time may be eligible for this loan program.

Call us today with any questions

We can help you determine which loans and grants are available to you.  Please call our Elk River campus today at 877-655-7676 to arrange a meeting with one of our financial coordinators and learn more about your financial aid options.